About this Event
This program takes place in-person at Charis Books & More, 184 S Candler Street, Decatur, GA 30030. $5-$10 suggested donation, no one turned away for lack of funds - RSVP here! Please read the in-person event guidelines at the bottom of this page to be sure you can participate in the event.
Join Lavender Lens and Charis Books & More for a film screening of Outlaw (1994), by Alisa Lebow. Raw and confrontational, this documentary follows Leslie Feinberg, a self-identified "gender outlaw", as ze speaks with passion and intelligence about zir experiences.
About the film
Leslie Feinberg, a self-identified "gender outlaw" who has spent much of zir life passing as a man, speaks with passion and intelligence about zir experiences in this film manifesto. Raw and confrontational, this film asks its audience to examine their assumptions about the "nature" of gender and calls for more sensitivity and awareness of the human rights and the dignity of transgendered people. Feinberg is the author of (Firebrand), an account of a working-class lesbian who passes as a man.
About our Partner
The goal of Lavender Lens is to raise awareness about the importance of supporting queer films made by queer filmmakers. It’s not just about appreciating the work—it’s also about fostering meaningful discussions after the screenings, encouraging both critique and celebration. These conversations are vital for pushing the boundaries of queer cinema, striving for greater diversity and better representation in the media we consume. Learn more and check out upcoming events at: https://www.carriemillerfilms.com/lavender-lens-1
In-person event guidelines:
- Masks required and provided.
- If you need to reserve a seat for accessibility reasons, email [email protected].
- We will begin seating people at 6:30pm ET. Seating is limited & RSVP-ing does not reserve/ensure you will get a seat, so come early to grab a seat!
- RSVP here - $10 suggested donation, no one turned away for lack of funds!
- As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.
If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, please contact [email protected] or call the store at 404-524-0304. Detailed accessibility details can be found on our website.
Accessibility
Charis has both stairs and an elongated ramp at the entrance. Accessible parking is to the left of the building. Charis Books is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on site van accessible parking, two ramps, and additional overflow accessible parking nearby. Most of our shelves are on wheels and can be moved to provide additional access. The insides are all level and flat with ramps to access various areas of the space. Our bathrooms are wheelchair accessible and gender neutral with motion activated fixtures. Both bathrooms have wheelchair accessible baby changing tables. Our directional signs are written in braille. Please contact us [email protected] if you would like ASL interpretation at this event.If you have other accessibility needs please don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected].
By attending our event, you agree to our Code of Conduct: Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Unsolicited sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Please report all harassment to Charis staff immediately or email [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Charis Books & More, 184 South Candler Street, Decatur, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 11.49
