The Weinstein Company (TWC) announced today that news anchor Anderson Cooper
and several of the biggest names in the LGBT world, including
luminaries in gay rights advocacy, media and entertainment, are speaking
out in support of innovator, war hero and one of gay history's biggest
heroes Alan Turing and THE IMITATION GAME. Along with Anderson Cooper, figures such talk show host Andy Cohen, fashion designers Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs and leading LGBT advocacy groups GLAAD and the Human Rights Campaign are some of the latest in a tremendous list of big names to speak out in an ad campaign for the film.
TWC has also created a video piece around Turing's place in gay history and LGBT notables’ reaction to the film’s message, which can be seen here: http://youtu.be/
The community has fervently embraced the idea of honoring Turing, who was persecuted for being homosexual despite his vast accomplishments, since the movie was released; later this month, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest LGBT civil rights organization, will honor the cast and filmmakers of the movie at the group’s New York Gala Dinner.
Statements in support of Turning from LGBT leaders include:
Anderson Cooper, Journalist and Anchor of CNN’s “AC360”:
“Incredible story of injustice against a gay genius who cracked Nazi code in WWII saving millions.”
Andy Cohen, Host and Executive Producer "Watch What Happens Live":"There's no telling what more Alan Turing could've done for the world if homophobia didn't exist. He is one of the great unsung heroes of the Twentieth Century."
GLAAD CEO Sarah Kate Ellis:"The Imitation Game is an incredible film that shows how hugely destructive an anti-LGBT culture can be, and an important historical perspective that preserves LGBT history.”
Human Rights Campaign President Chad Griffin:"As a community, LGBT people have our own family, our own stories, and our own heroes. Alan Turing is one of those heroes, and few have done more to save lives around the globe. He stood alone, against unimaginable odds."
Michael Kors, Fashion Designer:"Being different and thinking differently allowed for Alan Turing’s genius to change the world. Unfortunately, being different also ended this genius life way too soon. Imagine if his differences were celebrated, how much more he would have accomplished.”
Marc Jacobs, Fashion Designer:"I only wish to see the day when all people use their energy to celebrate others for their differences rather than persecute them for it...Thank you Alan Turing! Think different, INDEED!!!"
Rea Carey, Executive Director National LGBTQ Task Force:
TWC has also created a video piece around Turing's place in gay history and LGBT notables’ reaction to the film’s message, which can be seen here: http://youtu.be/
The community has fervently embraced the idea of honoring Turing, who was persecuted for being homosexual despite his vast accomplishments, since the movie was released; later this month, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest LGBT civil rights organization, will honor the cast and filmmakers of the movie at the group’s New York Gala Dinner.
Statements in support of Turning from LGBT leaders include:
Anderson Cooper, Journalist and Anchor of CNN’s “AC360”:
“Incredible story of injustice against a gay genius who cracked Nazi code in WWII saving millions.”
Andy Cohen, Host and Executive Producer "Watch What Happens Live":"There's no telling what more Alan Turing could've done for the world if homophobia didn't exist. He is one of the great unsung heroes of the Twentieth Century."
GLAAD CEO Sarah Kate Ellis:"The Imitation Game is an incredible film that shows how hugely destructive an anti-LGBT culture can be, and an important historical perspective that preserves LGBT history.”
Human Rights Campaign President Chad Griffin:"As a community, LGBT people have our own family, our own stories, and our own heroes. Alan Turing is one of those heroes, and few have done more to save lives around the globe. He stood alone, against unimaginable odds."
Michael Kors, Fashion Designer:"Being different and thinking differently allowed for Alan Turing’s genius to change the world. Unfortunately, being different also ended this genius life way too soon. Imagine if his differences were celebrated, how much more he would have accomplished.”
Marc Jacobs, Fashion Designer:"I only wish to see the day when all people use their energy to celebrate others for their differences rather than persecute them for it...Thank you Alan Turing! Think different, INDEED!!!"
Rea Carey, Executive Director National LGBTQ Task Force:
“In
these days of what feels like rapid progress, Alan Turing’s life
reminds us that the struggle for self, for life and love remains one of
humanities greatest challenges and accomplishments.”
TWC released THE IMITATION GAME in select theaters on November 28th and nationwide on December 25th. The film, which was produced by Black Bear Pictures and Bristol Automotive, has been nominated for five Golden Globe Awards including Best Picture, Best Motion Picture Actor in a Drama, Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture, Best Screenplay and Best Original Score. It was also included in the American Film Institute’s top 11 films of the year and nominated for three Screen Actors Guild Awards.
TWC released THE IMITATION GAME in select theaters on November 28th and nationwide on December 25th. The film, which was produced by Black Bear Pictures and Bristol Automotive, has been nominated for five Golden Globe Awards including Best Picture, Best Motion Picture Actor in a Drama, Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture, Best Screenplay and Best Original Score. It was also included in the American Film Institute’s top 11 films of the year and nominated for three Screen Actors Guild Awards.
