Posted by Todd Larsen In 2002, transgendered Alameda County teen Gwen Araujo was severely beaten, tied up and strangled to death in the company of four male friends after it was revealed that Araujo was, in fact, a biological male. Unable to contain their secret, the four males are arrested for the murder 2 weeks later. They claim they acted in the heat of passion, provoked by what they see as Gwen's deceit. They ask for a verdict of manslaughter which could reduce the sentence to as little as four years. The prosecutor demands 1st degree murder. This new film follows the real life drama of the case that attracted famous attorneys, spawned a made for TV movie, compelled almost 1000 people to attend Gwen Araujo's memorial service and thousands more to march in the streets demanding justice. Saturday, September 29, 2007 For more information, contact Todd at 707.834.4839.
on September 16, 2007, 12:38 pm
75.111.32.X
Queer Humboldt presents an exclusive film premier, "Trained in the Ways of Men".
10:00am to 12:00pm
Arcata Minor Theatre
Admission: $5.00 (A portion of the proceeds will go towards transgender education.)
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