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The History of the Carabiner

"LGBTQ+ Documentary"

2025-05-01 en 6m
Documentary
Through a creative blend of mixed-media and charismatic narration balancing humor, sass and historical gravity, discover the queer history of the carabiner in this latest WaterBear Original, directed by Gianna Mazzeo and made in partnership with Nikon. Follow the carabiner’s story, from its humble 1911 climbing roots (thanks, Otto "Rambo" Herzog), to empowering butch mechanics and postal workers in the 60s, becoming a potent signal of identity and attraction in the 80’s (think Tinder, but with hardware) and as a TikTok fashion sensation today.

Associate Producer

Alexia Lafeuille

Makeup & Hair

Chiara Sriram

Executive Producer

Rickey Welch

Gaffer

Emelia Portellos

Director

Gianna Mazzeo

Writer

Gianna Mazzeo

lgbt rights queer history

Status

Released

Countries

    Companies

    • Waterbear Films

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