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‘Carol’ to get Russian release despite anti-gay law

March release planned but further obstacles remain

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“Carol” is now set for release in Russia in March 2016 amidst laws banning “propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations.”

Arthouse, a Russian movie distributor, has acquired the rights to the five Golden Globe-nominated film. Co-founder of Arthouse Yan Vizinberg told the Hollywood Reporter that they’re excited to have the film released in Russia.

“‘Carol’ is no doubt the main film event of this year, and definitely the most exciting love story to hit the screen recently,” Vizinberg told the Reporter. “It’s a dream for everyone at Arthouse to be releasing this film in Russia.”

However, the fight to show “Carol” isn’t over. Vizinberg says the film will still have issues getting a proper release. He says that it will still be difficult to sell “Carol” to major TV channels and some cinemas may refuse to book the film.

“Carol” isn’t the first film to face obstacles. Arthouse had issues screening the LGBT British comedy film “Pride” earlier this year. “Pride” had to be rated 18-plus, Russia’s most restrictive theatrical rating. “Blue is the Warmest Color,” a French lesbian-themed film, also faced protests and boycotts.

Arthouse told the Reporter the buzz about the film’s release will help sales.

“On the positive side, the controversy around the LGBT issues will help us market Carol to the right audience: educated and open-minded intelligentsia,” Vizinberg says.”It’s a film about a relationship, it’s a story of forbidden love, and we believe that it will appeal to the public way beyond the LGBT community.”

 

 

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2026 Capital Pride Honors presented at ‘Full Fuchsia’ ceremony

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The 2026 Capital Pride Honors were presented at The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia on Sunday, June 7. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Shackelford)

The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at “The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia” at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)

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Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves

Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community

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Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.

The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.

This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.

For more details, visit the cemetery’s website

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Baltimore Pride is here

Parade, block party, festival planned for Maryland city

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A scene from last year’s Baltimore Pride. This year’s main events take place on Saturday and Sunday. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.

The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.

There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events. 

For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website

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