Gateways Grind (2022)

  • NR
  • 03/25/2022 (GB)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 20m

Overview

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.

Jacquie Lawrence

Director

Cast

Sandi Toksvig's headshot

Sandi Toksvig

Self - Presenter
Lu Corfield's headshot

Lu Corfield

First Time Couple
Victoria Broom's headshot

Victoria Broom

First Time Couple
Melanie Radloff's headshot

Melanie Radloff

Cigarette Lighting Couple (as Mel Radloff)
Samantha Owens's headshot

Samantha Owens

Cigarette Lighting Couple
Tricia Wey's headshot

Tricia Wey

Couple Who Kiss at the Table
Lynne Jefferies's headshot

Lynne Jefferies

Couple Who Kiss at the Table
Veronica Fearon's headshot

Veronica Fearon

Bartender

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