Threads: An Exploration of Queer Authenticity Through Film Restricted; Files Only

Abstract

This short dramedy film explores the ideas of gender affirmation, dress, and identity within the Black, Queer community through a non-binary student’s journey to finding the perfect outfit for an award ceremony.

Table of Contents

Purpose & Inspiration. 2

Research & Developmental Process. 5

Trans Representation & Media. 6

On the intersectionality of Blackness and Queerness. 8

The Process. 10

Breaking the Binary. 11

Conclusion. 14

Pre-Production. 15

Production. 20

Post-Production. 22

Reflecting on the Process. 24

What the Future Holds. 25

        Production Binder

Pitch Presentation

Script

Budget

Casting Call

Lookbook 

Stripboard

Shotlist

Storyboard

Call Sheets

Production Photos

About this Honors Thesis

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School	Emory College
Department	Film and Media Studies
Degree	B.A.
Submission	Honors Thesis
Language	English
Research Field	Fine Arts
Keyword	Gender Identity Black & Queer Short Film Authenticity LGBTQ+ Film Black Queer Non-Binary
Committee Chair / Thesis Advisor	Dehanza Rogers, Emory University
Committee Members	Alix Chapman, Emory University Tanju Ozdemir, Emory University

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