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Constance Kristofik. The completed film will available by the end of the year. Kristofik was able to construct a narrative that is both chronological and theme-oriented. Now, she has made a documentary that combines many of these interests.

The peace movement, for example, coalesced around the building of the Polaris submarine. City councilor Curtis K. All of the issues are conveyed through hyperlocal New London anecdotes, many being shared publicly for the first time. Xavier Day, co-chair of the New London Pride Festival and former bartender at the Brass Rail, one of the longest-lasting gay bars in the city, is one of the central voices of the film.

The film was funded with grants from Connecticut Humanities and the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as many local sponsorships and individual donations, including a considerable investment from Kristofik herself. He smoothly connects the community and historical aspects of the film with his lively take on the scene.

The film began when New London Landmarks asked Kristofik to put together a walking tour of the sites of historic gay bars in the city.