Lesbian Custody(2025)
Lesbian Custody Synopsis
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 (2025) is a documentary film directed by Samuael Topiary, released on June 25, 2025 with a runtime of 18m. It stars Frances Reid and Julie Stevens.
- Director:
- Samuael Topiary
- Writers:
- Samuael Topiary
- Cinematographer:
- Clare Major
- Production:
- Army of Lovers Productions, LLC
- Status:
- Released
Lesbian Custody Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Samuael Topiary, written by Samuael Topiary.
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Who stars in Lesbian Custody?
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The main cast of Lesbian Custody (2025) includes Frances Reid and Julie Stevens. The film was directed by Samuael Topiary. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Lesbian Custody released?
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Lesbian Custody was released on June 25, 2025 and runs for 18m.