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.
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Associate Producer
Alexia Lafeuille
Makeup & Hair
Chiara Sriram
Executive Producer
Rickey Welch
Gaffer
Emelia Portellos
Director
Gianna Mazzeo
Writer
Gianna Mazzeo
lgbt rightsqueer history
Status
Released
Countries
Companies
Waterbear Films
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