Tribeca Review: ‘Outrage’

I am a huge fan of Kirby Dick’s previous film, This Film Is Not Yet Rated. If you have not seen it, it is an awesome documentary that reveals the MPAA for the BS ratings system they really are. It was a well-made documentary but a lot of my love for it probably comes from my love of movies and hatred of the MPAA. Going in to Outrage, I was not sure what to expect but I had heard great things and was looking forward to it. After seeing it, I can safely say this†¦

Outrage is nothing more than liberal drivel that eschews facts and falsifies information in order to get confused Christians to feel sympathy for godless homosexuals.  

Just kidding. Outrage is actually a great documentary with an important message that is told in a fascinating and entertaining way. Unfortunately there are people who will say that first comment for real and this film even shows some of that shocking spin still put out by close-minded individuals. If you haven’t guessed, I will openly admit that I am for gay marriage. However, I would like to point out that this film is not just a documentary put together to change people’s minds who are against it. In fact, at several points it is said that the point of outing, and the point of this film, is not to influence voting but to expose hypocrites who are in the closet.

This film is similar to ‘This Film†¦’ in that it has an element of a witch-hunt to it. However, rather than burning gays at the stake, the goal is to simply show us the hypocrites voting in office. Throughout the film, several gay politicians are exposed, including a few with girlfriends, wives and families. While not openly gay, the evidence to prove it is astonishing and the reason they are being outed is because they vote against gay rights. They are not being shown  because  they are gay but rather because of this voting record. They vote against gay marriage, against AIDS support, against gay adoption and against nearly every other bill that may help gays. They do this and keep the straight facade so that they continue to hold the respect and support they need to remain in office.

The film is made in a different style than This Film Is Not Yet Rated. Kirby Dick stays off camera and instead this film is told mostly through interviews. It also has a more serious tone but there are still some very funny moments on camera. While not the groundbreaking film that some have made it out to be, it is still an important film with an important message. Regardless of your views on homosexuality, you should see it.

OUTrage will be released by Magnolia Pictures on May 8th

4.25 out of 5 Sad Statues