Film still from Tongues Untied (Marlon Riggs, 1989). Photo: Ron Simmons. © 2025 California Newsreel. All Rights Reserved. Photo courtesy of Signifyin' Works and Frameline Distribution
Join us for a screening of Tongues Untied (Marlon Riggs, 1989, 55 minutes). Originally released on PBS, the film is renowned for its portrayal of the fierce challenges and powerful vibrancy of the Black gay male experience in America. This screening is co-presented by One Institute.
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This event is co-presented by
LGBTQ+ Organization
Founded in 1952, One Institute (formerly ONE Archives Foundation) is the oldest active LGBTQ+ organization in the country, dedicated to telling LGBTQ+ history and stories through education, arts, and social justice programs. Our one-of-a-kind exhibitions and public programs connect LGBTQ+ history and contemporary culture to effect social change. Through unique K-12 teacher trainings, lesson plans, and youth mentorship programs, we empower the next generation of teachers and students to bring queer history into classrooms and communities. As the independent community partner of ONE Archives at the USC Libraries, we promote the largest collection of LGBTQ+ materials in the world.
