Browse Films

The first video to document the growing subculture of lesbian and gay singing choruses, THE AMASONG CHORUS: SINGING OUT chronicles the rise of one small-town lesbian/feminist chorus. In 1991, tired and frustrated with political activism, music student and out lesbian Kristina Boerger decided to form a lesbian chorus in central Illinois, an area best known for corn, soybeans, and as a conservative Republican stronghold. Assembling a rag-tag group of women -- some couldn't even sing -- she formed Amasong, and gave it a shot. THE AMASONG CHORUS: SINGING OUT is a one-hour documentary that tells the inspiring story of this small town lesbian/feminist chorus, and how the beauty of their music comes to win acceptance from a conservative community. As we watch the group grow into a nationally recognized, award-winning ensemble, THE AMASONG CHORUS: SINGING OUT shows how one person's spirit and dedication can help transform a community. It's an outstanding video about community and music, perfect for courses in Women's Studies, Gay and Lesbian Studies, Music, and Sociology.

Tells a monumental and fascinating story of activism through the arts!
Toronto Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

A testimony to the transformative power of music and community, the film documents how progressive grass-roots social change can and does happen. Filmmaker Jay Rosenstein dismantles homophobia by speaking to heart and mind, queer and straight, men and women. An excellent classroom tool for courses in communications, sociology, sexualities, gender and urban studies. Superlative!
Ginna Husting, PhD
Sociology Professor, Boise State University

A poignant and inspiring film about strong women making community through music. The film eloquently portrays the importance of forming community and having a sense of belonging, especially in the face of discrimination. An excellent video for women's studies and gay/queer studies.
Tracy Ore, PhD
Women's Studies Professor, St. Cloud St. University

Amasong is a heart-warming, musically beautiful, socially moving must-see!
The Champaign News Gazette

AWARDS & SCREENINGS:

• PBS national broadcast, Independent Lens series
• CINE Golden Eagle
• Director's Citation - Black Maria Film Festival
• San Francisco Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival
• Denver Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
• Toronto Gay and Lesbian Film Festival