I'm 2 weeks into my research here in Berkeley, I have been reaching out to organizations in Ireland and so far have had an incredible response form members of the gay community and organization connected with Gay rights. This is really encouraging for me as it means that there are women who have a story to tell and are willing to do so, I know this story needs to be heard and I feel blessed to be meet these women and hear their unique stories.
I also met with documentarian Rual Varela who has just returned from a trip to Mexico where he interviewed members of the Zapatista community and is making a film about Comandante Ramone, take a look at his website at www.raulvarela.com His advice was incredibly helpful and seeing his footage was absolutely inspirational.
My dear friend and producer Lyniel Dao will be accompanying me to Ireland and I'm thrilled to have her input and expertise not to mention her support. I know the quality of my interviews will be infinitely enhanced by her presence.
More updates and images to come...
