Speed Cinema Screenings: Flyover Film Festival: Under the Southern Cross 7/28/24 12:30PM

There’s been much said about Henry Faulkner’s life as a colorful local character, artist and lifelong friend of Tennessee Williams, yet, are we appreciating Faulkner for what is most important? With recent research, we’re finding that Faulkner may be a much more important figure in the larger gay historical narrative. Under the Southern Cross finds Henry’s place in this narrative. 

An unflinching and loving look at painter and poet Henry L. Faulkner, the most documented queer man in the history of Kentucky, this film brings into view a range of conversations about American culture, history and rebellion against the dominant narrative about what is normal, natural and beautiful in our sexuality and identity. At the same time, the film explores the life and work of a brilliant artist who was an intimate friend of Edward Melcarth, Tennessee Williams and Jamie Herlihy. 2024, U.S., DCP, 109 minutes. Recommended for 17+.

Followed by a post-screening discussion with director Jean Donohue.