Gateways Grind
What do you picture when you think of King’s Road? The swinging 60s? Vivienne Westwood pioneering punk fashion? One notable establishment in this enclave of history that’s often forgotten about is Gateways, London’s longest-surviving lesbian club. Alongside a host of its patrons over the years, Sandi Toksvig highlights the legacy of the club from its original owner, who won it in a poker game, to its blossoming into a hotspot and safe space for lesbian life. From its signature green door to the risqué dance move that gives this film its name, Gateways was a crucial part of London’s queer history. In this charming and informative film, it’s celebrated in all its glory.
Directed by Jacquie Lawrence
Cast
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Sandi Toksvig Self - Presenter -
Lu Corfield First Time Couple -
Victoria Broom First Time Couple - Melanie Radloff Cigarette Lighting Couple (as Mel Radloff)
- Samantha Owens Cigarette Lighting Couple
- Tricia Wey Couple Who Kiss at the Table
- Lynne Jefferies Couple Who Kiss at the Table
- Veronica Fearon Bartender
- Naomi Denny Woman at the Bar
- Ky Hoyle Dancing Couple
- Carly Grayston Dancing Couple
- Clare Lydon Beatnik Couple
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