In honor of Pride Month, join the Woodstock Film Festival and Queerly for a special evening featuring two films by acclaimed director Brydie O'Connor: the award-winning feature documentary BARBARA FOREVER and the short film THE FAULT LINE.
Following its World Premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival (where it received the Editing Award), BARBARA FOREVER is an expansive, immersive exploration of the life, work, and ongoing cultural impact of iconic lesbian filmmaker Barbara Hammer – a pioneering artist who lived boldly, created urgently, and transformed cinema through her singular vision.
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The feature will be preceded by the short film THE FAULT LINE, which premiered at the 26th Annual Woodstock Film Festival.
Following the screening, join us for a discussion with Hammer's protégé, Joey Carducci, and composer Taul Katz, who scored both films.
Tickets are $20
ABOUT THE FILMS:
BARBARA FOREVER is an expansive, immersive exploration of the life, work, and ongoing cultural impact of filmmaker Barbara Hammer – a pioneering artist who lived boldly, created urgently, and transformed cinema through her singular vision. Her films were an extension of herself: sensual, experimental, and unapologetically lesbian, rooted in a profound desire for connection and an insistence on telling her own story. Driven by her canon of over eighty films, a vast collection of unreleased archival materials, and extensive audio interviews, Brydie O’Connor’s portrait allows for Hammer’s voice and images to shine through, becoming both a tribute and an extension of her legacy.
THE FAULT LINE is a hybrid short documentary exploring the fracture between a queer daughter and her mother, featuring the filmmaker’s own personal archive. Through directing an actor to play her mother and fill in the widening gaps over time, O’Connor now attempts to sculpt her mother.
ABOUT CO-PRESENTER QUEERLY:
Queerly is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for the LGBTQ+ community through vibrant community events and meaningful initiatives. We strive to bring together individuals, organizers, and allies to create safe spaces that celebrate diversity and promote acceptance. By supporting and amplifying LGBTQ+ voices and supporting our Queer Youth, Queerly, Inc. aims to build lasting connections and strengthen the community's presence in Woodstock and beyond, ensuring that every individual feels seen, heard, and valued. Queerly, Inc. is the proud organization behind Woodstock NY Pride, nurturing its growth and impact in the community."
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