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Pride Screenings Popping Up All Over
Jun 12, 2008
Inlaws & Outlaws is popping up all over for theatre and community screenings timed to celebrate Pride Month.On June 19th, we've got our first screening in Colorado at the historic Rialto Theatre in Loveland. Check it out here. Also on the 19th, you can see the film in Cleveland, Ohio at the Pilgrim UCC.
Closer to home, THREE theatres in the Seattle area have special engagements of the film this month:
On Bainbridge Island, the Lynwood Theater hosts the film Friday through Sunday, June 13-15th. These screenings are sponsored by Cedars UU Church.
On Vashon Island, the Vashon Theatre is presenting the film June 15-17, Sunday through Tuesday.
Central Cinema in Seattle has three shows June 22 and 23. It's the only theatre in town where you can have a pizza, enjoy a pint or some wine and see a great indie film. Plus, it's just $5.
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Host a Screening for Free!
Jun 11, 2008
Our community screenings have been a spectacular success for the Hearts + Minds Campaign. Now we’d like to offer organizations, congregations, schools and activists a way that they can host a screening of the film for free.
Here’s how:
Order any re-sale package of 10 or more DVDs at our discounted rate. You will then receive a credit of $75 toward your screening license.
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KCTS Airs Inlaws and Outlaws for Pride
Jun 10, 2008
Seattle PBS affiliate KCTS 9 will air Inlaws and Outlaws as part of a special Gay Pride Night, Wednesday, June 11, beginning at 7 p.m. Paired with Anyone and Everyone, both films explore relationships, marriage and family life to demonstrate how diverse yet uniquely similar we all are.
Inlaws and Outlaws begins at 8:30 pm and will include additional interviews with some of the film's subjects. Director Drew Emery will be live in the KCTS 9 studio discussing the making of the documentary and the reactions it's sparked across North America.
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Bishop Gene Robinson Appears at Q&A
May 10, 2008
The second leg of the Inlaws & Outlaws Movie Tour had a tremendous New England kick off this past Thursday, March 27 with a special presentation of the film at the beautiful Music Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Joining director Drew Emery at the Music Hall was the Rt. Rev. Gene Robinson, the first and only openly gay bishop of the Episcopal Church, and bishop of the New Hampshire Diocese. Drew and Bishop Robinson's audience discussion following the film screening was an emotional highlight of the evening, moving many to tears.
Read what two audience members wrote about their experiences here.
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KCTS Hosts Free Community Screening
May 9, 2008
Seattle PBS affiliate KCTS 9 is hosting a free community screening of Inlaws & Outlaws on Wednesday, May 14, at their studios. A panel discussion and reception will follow the screening and be taped for later broadcast. Featured on the panel will be director Drew Emery and two of the subjects of the film, Heather Andersen and Leslie Christian. Andersen and Christian were named plaintiffs in the Andersen v. Sims marriage equality case decided by the Washington Supreme Court in 2006.
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Movie Tour Heads to New England!
Apr 6, 2008
The second leg of the Inlaws & Outlaws Movie Tour takes the film to theatres, schools and communities all over New England starting Thursday, March 27 with a special presentation of the film at the illustrious Music Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Joining director Drew Emery at the Music Hall will be Bishop Gene Robinson, the first and only openly gay bishop of the Episcopal Church, and bishop of the New Hampshire Diocese. Bishop Robinson and Emery will hold an audience discussion following the Wild Card Series showing of the film at the Music Hall.
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KCTS Brings Inlaws & Outlaws to TV
Mar 31, 2008
Inlaws & Outlaws receives its official Broadcast Premiere on Seattle-area PBS station KCTS on Tuesday, April 1st at 10 pm as the kick-off the fourth season of their series About Us.
The Seattle Times calls the film "flat-out terrific" – and the series also airs on Yakima affiliate KYVE.
This special presentation is made possible through the generous support of our local sponsors: the Pride Foundation, and Daniel R. Drummey, real estate agent with Madison House, LTD. Bravo to them!
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The Australian Premiere: Inlaws & Outlaws in Oz!
Mar 16, 2008
Inlaws & Outlaws receives its official Australian Premiere in Melbourne on Sunday, March 16th, as a special presentation of the Melbourne Queer Film Festival, now celebrating it's 18th year.
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Portland Premiere to Benefit Basic Rights Oregon
Mar 14, 2008
See the Portland Premiere of Inlaws & Outlaws at the venerable Hollywood Theatre on Friday, March 14 at 7 pm. Tickets are $10 and benefit Basic Rights Oregon. Co-sponsored by 1st Unitarian Church of Portland and Kairos-Milwaukie UCC, the event will be followed by a Q&A with director Drew Emery.
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Inlaws & Outlaws Movie Tour Launches!
Feb 17, 2008
This Valentine's Day, we kicked off the Inlaws & Outlaws Movie Tour! Last year, our Hearts + Minds Campaign brought the film to communities all over Washington state, Indiana, and Texas. This year our goal is nothing less than sea to shining sea. You can join our tour and bring Inlaws & Outlaws to your community! -
Buy Online and Save!
Jan 21, 2008
Buy Inlaws & Outlaws on DVD from our online store and save $2 off the regular MSRP of $24.95. That means you can own your copy of this award-winning film for as little as $22.95! This offer is only available online, so visit our store today!
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Inlaws & Outaws in Oklahoma
Jan 21, 2008
Our Campaign is built around the spirit and energy of folks in the grassroots who build a posse of support for the film -- and for change -- in their community.
Find out what happened when Inlaws & Outlaws traveled to Oklahoma City. Watch our special 'In & Out in OKC' short movie to see how our Oklahoma posse was created!
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Inlaws & Outlaws Welcomes PFLAG
Jan 20, 2008
Inlaws & Outlaws has been thrilled by the success PFLAG chapters across the country have experienced through screening the film and want to continue to offer our Hearts + Minds Campaign as a resource for these activists. -
Inlaws & Outlaws at CSPC Seattle
Nov 30, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws returns to Seattle with a screening at the Center for Sex Positive Culture on Friday, November 30th at 8:00pm. Tickets cost $10 and doors open at 7:30pm. -
Hearts + Minds Tour Comes to Ellensburg
Nov 28, 2007
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Inlaws & Outlaws Counters Anti-Gay Convention
Oct 21, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws has joined forces with Equal Rights Washington & the Religious Coalition for Equality in hosting a special screening of the movie in Edmonds, WA to oppose the controversial conference of anti-gay group, Watchmen on the Walls in neighboring Lynnwood. We need your support! This Sunday, Oct 21, Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Church will host a peaceful vigil at 3:00pm, and will be followed by a FREE screening at 4:00pm. All are welcome to attend! -
Seven Straight Nights for Equal Rights
Oct 1, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws teamed up with Atticus Circle & Soulforce to bring the movie to Seven Straight Nights for Equal Rights vigils throughout the country. -
Texas Outlaws Tour
Sep 30, 2007
The Outlaws Texas Tour was a grear success! Throughout October & November, Inlaws & Outlaws screened in cities, towns and communities throughout Texas. -
National Coming Out Day 2007
Sep 25, 2007
In celebration of National Coming Out Day 2007, Inlaws & Outlaws has joined with schools and churches throughout Texas & Indiana to bring the film to new communities throughout the country.
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Buy Inlaws & Outlaws Online!
Sep 25, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws is now available for purchase online. Own your copy for just $24.95 (+S&H) -
In the News in Longview WA
Sep 14, 2007
Prior to the screening of Inlaws & Outlaws at the Kelso Theater Pub in Kelso, WA, The Daily News of Longview published an article about the showing. Feature Writer, Tom Paulu presented an informative article detailing the main stories of the film, and emphasizing the personal and not-so political nature of the movie.
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New Website Launches!
Aug 27, 2007
We're here! Our new website is up and running, bringing with it new levels of functionality, a simple 5-step screening process, and much more! Watch our exclusive preview, clips of the film and our In & Out in OKC short. From our Campaign homepage, discover what it will take to bring Inlaws & Outlaws to your community, school or congregation, download editable promotional materials and even RSVP to your local screening. -
Find us on Myspace
Aug 24, 2007
Now you can find Inlaws & Outlaws on the popular networking website, Myspace. View the exclusive preview of the film and listen to the fabulous Felicia Loud and the Inlaws & Outlaws Band. Not to mention, photos, upcoming events and more!
Be sure to add us as a friend, leave us a comment and spread the word!
Visit www.myspace.com/inlawsandoutlawsfilm today!
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Outlaw of the Week
Jul 9, 2007
A year ago, Ravenna United Methodist Church decided to become an open and affirming church. But Pastor Dan Shelley wanted to make this change visible to both his congregation and the larger neighborhood. So he decided to host a screening of Inlaws & Outlaws in the main chapel. -
Celebrity Grand Marshals lead Seattle Pride
Jun 25, 2007
Pete-e Petersen, Jane Lighty & Chuck Lazenby led the Seattle Pride Parade on June 24th. Huge crowds turned out to watch what is hotly being billed as Seattle's best Pride Parade to date.
The Inlaws & Outlaws Celebrity Grand Marshals were rapturously received as they made their way along 4th Ave. to Seattle Center for PrideFest.
In June 2006, Pete-e & Jane also led the Oklahoma City Pride Parade as Grand Marshals.
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Inlaws & Outlaws receives critical acclaim
Jun 16, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws adorned the front cover of the Seattle PI's Arts & Life section on Thurs. June 21st.The article focused on the stories of Pete-e Petersen, Jane Lighty and Chuck Lazenby; the three stars of the film who are appearing as Celebrity Grand Marshals in this years Seattle Pride Parade (June 24th). The film was praised for its honest portrayal of heart-warming stories.
Director, Drew Emery described the central treatise of the film as one that emphasizes the fact that "love is human, not gay or straight."
The entire article can be found online here.
Other recent rave reviews:
Seattle Times (6/15/07)
The Everett Herald (6/15/07)
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Grethe Cammermeyer in Flag Day Honor
Jun 15, 2007
On June 14th, Colonel Grethe Cammermeyer joined Drew Emery and stars of the film for the Seattle Theatrical Premiere at the Cinerama.Cammermeyer shot to fame in 1994, after she challenged the US Military's anti-gay policy; a challenge which was immortalized in the movie Serving in Silence where Grethe was played by Glenn Close.
At the end of the show, Grethe presented Chuck Lazenby witha US flag in honor of his deceased partner, David Asplund. David proudly served his country during World War II, only to be denied a US Flag upon his death, as Chuck was not recognized as his official partner.
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Inlaws & Outlaws at Seattle Pride 2007!
May 20, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws will be Out & Proud at this year's Seattle Pride!
Our very own Pete-e Petersen, Jane Lighty & Chuck Lazenby will be leading this year's Pride Parade as the Celebrity Grand Marshals! Come see the Parade, June 24th at 11:00am (Union St. & 4th Ave).
View the Press Release here.
The Inlaws & Outlaws Team will be out and about, spreading the love and selling the very first copies of Inlaws & Outlaws on DVD!
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Inlaws & Outlaws at the Cinerama & Seattle theatrical run
May 10, 2007
On June 14, 2007 Inlaws & Outlaws returned to Seattle for its Theatrical Premiere at the Cinerama. You can now catch Inlaws & Outlaws at the AMC Uptown Theatre, Queen Anne June 15 - 28.
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Spread the news! Inlaws & Outlaws in LA!
May 3, 2007
On May 3rd, Inlaws & Outlaws had its LA Premiere at the Sunset 5 Theatre in West Hollywood. If you didn't make it to the Premiere, don't worry! Inlaws & Outlaws will have a whole two week theatrical run at the Sunset 5 Theatre (May 4 - May 17)
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FILM FESTIVAL UPDATE...
Apr 28, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws played May 5th and 6th, 2007 at Rainier Independent Film Festival in Ashford, WA.
Look out for more screenings around Washington coming in 2007!On April 28th, Inlaws & Outlaws made its Indianapolis Premiere at the Indianapolis International Film Festival. Stay tuned for more Indiana screenings to come!
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Three Dollar Bill Cinema as new Fiscal Sponsor
Apr 13, 2007
On April 8th, Inlaws & Outlaws officially became a fiscal project of Three Dollar Bill Cinema. The move came, after over two years as a proud fiscal project of the Seattle LGBT Community Center.
Three Dollar Bill Cinema will continue the excellent work of the LGBT Center, and as a 501©3 non-profit organization, will take Inlaws & Outlaws through the launch of our Hearts + Minds Campaign.
The work of Three Dollar Bill Cinema ranges from organizing the annual Seattle Gay & Lesbian Film Festival to providing events and valuable resources to LGBT filmmakers and their work.
We extend our warmest thanks to Shannon Thomas and the Seattle LGBT Center for their support and commitment during the making of Inlaws & Outlaws, and look forward to the continued success of our Campaign and nationwide release under the fiscal sponsorship of Three Dollar Bill Cinema.
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Celebrating Equality Day!
Feb 28, 2007
Inlaws & Outlaws joined Equal Rights Washington and the Religious Coalition for Equality in bringing the film to Olympia, WA during Equality Day on February 26th!
People from all over Washington gathered on the steps of the state capitol to rally for equality of Washington's gay lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people. Read the full story here.
During the rally Pete-E Peterson and Jane Lighty, stars of the film, recieved a marriage certificate from the Rev. Stephen Jones pastor of Seattle First Baptist Church, and co-conveener of RCE.
After the rally Inlaws & Outlaws was screened to a great crowd at the Capitol Theatre, a great way to wrap up Equality Day in Olympia!
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GSBA Campaign Kick-Off = A Huge Success!
Feb 25, 2007
The event was SOLD OUT! Thank you to all who attended!
The GSBA joined us as we kicked-off our Hearts + Minds Campaign at the Broadway Performance Hall on Friday, February 23rd. After a reception with the director and the film’s subjects, comic Peggy Platt hosted a private screening of “Inlaws & Outlaws” followed by an auction to benefit the Hearts + Minds Campaign. Kate Beck of the GSBA won our Grand Prize: a trip for 2 to L.A. for our world premiere at the Sunset 5 Theatres, Thursday, May 3rd! Read more about it here.
If you would like to make a contribution to the Hearts + Minds Campaign click here.
GSBA the nation’s largest gay and lesbian chamber of commerce officially endorses our grassroots campaign to bring “Inlaws & Outlaws” everywhere. Working together, GSBA members who sign on to sponsor the campaign, will make it possible for us to bring the film to communities from Walla Walla to Friday Harbor. Find out how your business can join the GSBA’s drive to spread the love.
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Thank You, Michael!
Feb 15, 2007
We welcome Michael Cornell Real Estate Group as our first GSBA Gold Sponsor!
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On the Radio!
Oct 22, 2006
Wisconsin Public Radio: Kathleen Dunn hosted Drew Emery and Heather Andersen in a discussion about Inlaws & Outlaws which played at the Milwaukee International Film Festival. Listen here. -
Inlaws & Outlaws wins deadCENTER Film Festival Grand Jury Award
Jun 15, 2006
On June 11th, 2006, director Drew Emery accepted the Oklahoma City festival's highest honor (top right photo). The excitement surrounding the festival show led to an added engagement during Oklahoma City Pride Fest the following month (the full story). Thanks to the grassroots effort of local churches, community leaders, Pride Fest organizers and an "Outlaws Posse" of volunteers, the film returned June 22nd through 25th for a successful four-day run. Additionally, Emery, along with two of the film's stars, Pete-e Petersen and Jane Lighty (bottom right photo), served as Grand Marshalls in the annual Pride Parade. Thanks to everyone in Oklahoma City for two amazing weekends!
"Whether you're gay or not, it's just a great film! I took my mother to the Oklahoma premiere and she was moved to tears. "
- Jim Roth, Oklahoma County Commissioner
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