A House Is Not A Disco

Director: Brian J. Smith, 90 min, USA

Brian J. Smith’s documentary chronicles present-day Fire Island, the world’s most iconic “homo-normative” community located fifty miles from New York City. This storied queer beach town is experiencing a renaissance as a new generation of Millennial homeowners reimagine The Pines for a more inclusive era. Filmed with the surreal vibe of a Frederick Wiseman movie on magic mushrooms, the documentary features a large cast of unforgettable eccentrics, activists, drifters, and first-timers reflecting on The Pines’ legacy. As they prepare their beloved village for the challenges of rising seas due to climate change, they confront the echoes of the AIDS crisis and strive to preserve their community’s unique spirit amidst evolving social and environmental landscapes.