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Disappeared: Chicago's Lost Lesbian Bars

Disappeared: Chicago's Lost Lesbian Bars

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Disappeared: Chicago's Lost Lesbian Bars

2020

0h 12m

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Overview

An examination of Chicago's lost lesbian bars, why they've disappeared, and what comes next.

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Cast & crew

7 featured cast members

Starring

Mary Ann Johnson

Self

David Sievers

Self

Jen Dentel

Self

Vicky Weidenkeller

Self

Marti Smith

Self

Carla Harrigan

Self

Andie Meadows

Self

Creative team

Directed by: Jacob Pieczynski

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