There is a simplicity to the way Hagen presents this history of one of Canada's most seminal human rights cases that brings out the humanity of those involved in the historic, yet surprisingly recent, event. It is the focus on the human elements that makes Pride vs. Prejudice so impactful.
The recentness of the case does allow many people directly involved to be interviewed. While the film does deal with the legal and charter aspects of this history its main focus is those who were there, the advocates, the activists, and many affected.
The film also accomplishes the task of showing us just how different things could have been and how quickly we forget and move on. It also focuses on just how relevant the issues remain and how vigilance is necessary. Yet it is also a very hopeful and optimistic film about regular people doing extraordinary things.
Pride vs. Prejudice: The Delwin Vriend Story
Writer/Director: Darrin Hagen
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