Rainbow Space Queer Flicks

Come celebrate queer culture and films in a safe space!  Open to youth (13-20) and community.

The 1958 film "Auntie Mame," starring Rosalind Russell, has left an indelible mark on gay culture with its celebration of eccentricity, flamboyance, and unapologetic individuality. The movie, based on Patrick Dennis’s novel, portrays Auntie Mame as a larger-than-life character whose zest for life and defiance of societal norms resonate strongly within the LGBTQ+ community. Her wit, charm, and progressive attitudes toward social issues offer a refreshing counterpoint to the era's more conservative values. Mame's mantra of "live, live, live" and her fearless approach to embracing her authentic self have inspired many in the gay community to embrace their own uniqueness and reject conventional constraints. The film's camp sensibility and Mame’s larger-than-life personality have cemented her as a beloved figure in queer culture, symbolizing a spirit of liberation and joy that continues to inspire and entertain.