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This documentary charts the struggles of LGBTQ+ Christians in Taiwan, and the challenges they face in making their voices heard.

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Part of Queer East Festival 2020

Director: Elvis A-Liang Lu
Runtime: 70 Mins
Year: 2018
Country: Taiwan

This documentary charts the struggles of LGBTQ+ Christians in Taiwan, and the challenges they face in making their voices heard. In 1996, a heterosexual female pastor founded the first Taiwanese church to affirm LGBTQ+ people, finally providing them with a safe haven. Today, while the founder has passed away, the church members continue to express their faith, and to confront social discrimination and institutional prejudice. But this comes at a high personal cost, with some living a precarious and desperate existence. Director Elvis Lu’s compassionate film captures the bravery and defiance of this religious community. In particular, it focuses on their role in challenging traditional notions of the family and advocating for marriage equality in Taiwan.

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Elvis A-Liang Lu

Elvis A-Liang Lu 盧盈良 graduated from Taiwan National University with an MA degree in film and works as a director, cameraman and editor in Taiwan. His works range from the representation of the unprivileged and the marginal parts of society, to gender issues, as well as religious beliefs.

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