The Freedom to Marry

The Freedom to Marry

A film by Eddie Rosenstein

The epic and surprising story of same sex marriage in America

This is the epic, untold story of how same sex marriage became law of the land. Documenting one of the greatest civil rights stories of our time, The Freedom to Marry is a nail biting, behind the scenes story that traces the marriage equality movement’s historic progress, and reveals the masterminds of the movement as they lead the fight to win same sex marriage throughout the United States. This is an inspirational tale of how people can actually make a difference and ultimately, a powerful playbook for social change.

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Director

Eddie Rosenstein

Producer

Jenni Olson, Todd Robinson, Amie Segal, and Sidney Sherman

Runtime

86 Minutes

Rights Represented

Educational Rights, Digital Rights, International Rights

Captions Available

English

Language

English

Press

“A notification that no triumph can be taken for granted.”

- Los Angeles Times

“Thoroughly moving and inspiring.”

- Boston Globe

“A moving testament to the true nature of change”

- Entertainment Weekly (The Must List)

“A suspenseful legal yarn and an essential history lesson. But it could also provide a blueprint for the continuing civil rights challenges of our time.”

- The Village Voice
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Festival & Awards

Official Selection – FRAMELINE Film Festival
Official Selection – DOC NY Film Festival
Official Selection – Boston Jewish Film Festival
Official Selection – Q FEST LQBTQ Film Festival
Official Selection – SEOUL PRIDE Film Festival
Official Selection – N. CAROLINA Film Festival
Official Selection – SAN FRANCISCO JEWISH Film Festival

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The Freedom to Marry

The epic and surprising story of same sex marriage in America

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