OUT TO WIN | Documentary Centerpiece | Outfest Los Angeles LGBT Film Festival

One of the final frontiers for LGBT visibility in this country is the locker room, and OUT TO WIN celebrates the pioneers who have worked to make the world of sports a more diverse and inclusive one. Screening his fourth consecutive documentary at Outfest Los Angeles, filmmaker Malcolm Ingram (CONTINENTAL, BEAR NATION, Outfest Jury Prize–winner SMALL TOWN GAY BAR) takes an expansive look at out-and-proud champions, from early envelope-pushers like Billie Jean King and David Kopay through current superstars like Jason Collins and Brittney Griner to the college athletes who are defying conventions and opening minds. (When major players like Nike start a campaign celebrating sexual and gender diversity in sports, you can sense institutionalized homophobia being forced to retreat.) Mixing historical context with the ever-changing face of modern sports, Ingram introduces us to athletes from around the world who are sharing their stories, speaking their truths and making a difference. Dir. Malcolm Ingram | 2014, USA/Canada, 100 min. This Centerpiece screening will include a post-screening panel and discussion. Participants to be announced. Tickets on sale 6/15. MEMBERSHIP: http://www.outfest.org/membership