
Lesbian Custody
A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to regain custody of their children in the 1970s. As a nearly forgotten period of LGBTQ+ history, this documentary short introduces us to now retired filmmaker Frances Reid (award winning cinematographer and director) and her “step-daughter” Julie Stevens while they look through the film’s archives, discuss the making of the film and their personal relationship.
Lesbian Custody
June 25, 2025
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Cast (2)

Frances Reid
Self

Julie Stevens
Self
Crew (5)
Directing

Samuael Topiary
Director

Molly Skonieczny
Director
Writing

Samuael Topiary
Screenplay
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Clare Major
Director of Photography
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Samuael Topiary
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