Written by Erin Kay Shaw for SCAD District

Though the documentary is brief, “Love, Barbara,” directed by Byrdie O’Connor, is a touching expression of love.

The introductory scene was especially moving. Barbara Hammer, a notable queer filmmaker, and Florrie Burke are seen exchanging wedding bands while wearing purple feather boas and huge smiles on their faces. Watching this scene felt like being invited into a particularly special moment. I was honored to be there, despite my suddenly damp cheeks.

Hammer was interested in archiving her lifetime of multimedia works before and during her time with cancer. Burke was hesitant about doing the archival work in her stead, even telling Hammer, “Don’t ask me to do it.”

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