Pearl's Dream
The late Pearl M. Hart wakes up in 2026 in Chicago's Gerber/Hart Library and Archives, and rediscovers her life's work and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
This film was made in celebration of Pearl M. Hart’s 136th birth anniversary and Gerber/Hart’s annual spring soiree fundraiser gala on its 45th year.
Starring Lori Lee as Pearl, Michael Rashid as the "Friendly Librarian" and featuring the dedicated staff and volunteers of Gerber/Hart.
Writer and Producer: Michael Rashid
Director, DP and Editor: Eesha Patkar
Gaffer and Colorist: Erika Janasz
Sound Mixer: Marco Bacchetta
Special Thanks to Erin Bell and Jen Dentel
Photos courtesy of Gerber/Hart Library and Archives
Music: "Gymnopédie No. 1" by Erik Satie
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