Black Nations/Queer Nations?

This experimental documentary chronicles the March 1995 conference focused on lesbian and gay sexualities in the African diaspora. It features prominent figures such as Essex Hemphill, Kobena Mercer, Barbara Smith, Urvashi Vaid, and Jacqui Alexander, who engage in critical discussions about Black and queer identity, the limitations of Black nationalism, and the presence of homophobia in Black communities.

Through highlights from the conference, the film connects popular culture with contemporary black gay media production. It emphasizes the significance of this historic event for Black lesbians and gay men. The documentary draws on notable works, including Isaac Julien's "The Attendant" and Jocelyn Taylor's "Bodily Functions," further illustrating its themes.