DEFYING GRAVITY is a 1997 independent gay-themed romantic drama. Filmed in just 13 days using a cast largely of first-time actors, the film played
the gay and lesbian film festival circuit in 1997 and 1998. It is John Keitel's first film as a writer-director.
Wins:
Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival aGLIFF Award Best Narrative 1997
Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival aGLIFF Award Best Narrative Feature 1997
Cinequest San Jose Film Festival Audience Favorite Choice Award 1997
Cinequest San Jose Film Festival Audience Favorite Choice Award 1998
Nominations:
Verzaubert - International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Rosebud Award Best Film 1998