The Latino GLBT History Project, The George Washington University and One In Ten are proud to announce the Washington, D.C., premiere of the award-winning documentary, Raid of the Rainbow Lounge, at the Marvin Center Amphitheatre, Wednesday, Sept. 5, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Prior to the film, there will be a meet and greet with the Director Robert L. Camina from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Following the end of the film, there will be a question and answer session with Camina.

What: “Raid of the Rainbow Lounge”
When: Wednesday, Sept. 5, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Marvin Center Amphitheatre
Who: Director Robert L. Camina and LHP, GW and One In Ten

OFFICIAL FILM TRAILER: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKPVCbe-Z7Q

RAID OF THE RAINBOW LOUNGE is a 103 minute documentary recounting the widely publicized and controversial 2009 police raid of a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar that resulted in multiple arrests and serious injuries.

Following sordid allegations and outrage, many changes would occur in the city, and Fort Worth would become a leader in LGBT equality. However, the changes did not happen overnight and without controversy. The audience will witness history unfold as this film documents that journey from the perspective of witnesses, activists and politicians who helped changed the city.

Narrated by television icon, Emmy nominated actress, and author, Meredith Baxter (Family Ties, Family, Bridget Loves Bernie).
Written, Directed and Produced by Robert L. Camina.

AWARDS:
“BEST GLBT FILM” - Breckenridge Festival of Film - Breckenridge, CO (2012)
“AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD - BEST FILM” - QCinema - Fort Worth’s Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival - Fort Worth, TX (2012)
“AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD - FEATURE DOCUMENTARY” - CNKY Scene Film Festival - Cincinnati, OH (2012)
“OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTARY” - QBliss Magazine GLBTQIA Creating Change Community Awards (2012)