In a growingly-divided nation, the American Flag has evolved from a symbol of unity, freedom, and patriotism to one of fear and tension for many. This shifting attitude against a once-beloved emblem is what inspired iconic designer Alexis Bittar and the award-winning producer Bruce Cohen to investigate how people, especially LGBTQ people, can “Reclaim the Flag.”
Now the eponym for their newly announced documentary, a 30-minute short film to be made available to the public on July 17, the doc calls on LGBTQ community leaders and trailblazers to share their story of resilience, and honor the rich diversity that truly makes America a country worth celebrating. From legendary activists Bill T. Jones and Raquel Willis; to RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Symone and the iconic Lena Waithe; to community leaders like Ford Foundation President Darren Walker, the film showcases a vast array of powerful voices that ask and answer the question: how can we reclaim the American flag?
Watch the just-released trailer below:
Set to spark a nationwide movement, the film will be available to the public on the official Reclaim the Flag YouTube channel on July 17 at 12pm ET.
