Disappeared: Chicago's Lost Lesbian Bars

An examination of Chicago's lost lesbian bars, why they've disappeared, and what comes next.

Cast

Mary Ann Johnson

as Self

David Sievers

as Self

Jen Dentel

as Self

Vicky Weidenkeller

as Self

Marti Smith

as Self

Carla Harrigan

as Self

Andie Meadows

as Self

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