Join author Felice Picano for an enchanting session of rumor and scandal, mostly confirmed, in words and pictures from his book, 20TH Century Unlimited: Two Novellas. Several unfortunate events—the economic depression of the early 1930’s, the rise of Hitler and Fascism in Germany, and the establishment of the Hay’s Code of behavior in film—led to a surprising efflorescence of gay and lesbian ideas, talent, and artists among those we now consider to be the cream of Hollywood’s Golden Age. While they were an obviously elite set, their words and images have, via movies, TV, and advertising, influenced several generations worldwide of all classes and increased the openness that led to Stonewall and today’s acceptance of LGBTQ people.

2017 Saints+Sinners Literary Festival
Hotel Monteleone, Royal Salon A