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Circus of Books

  • Documentary
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Confirmed2019-04-266.97.4Trakt

For decades, a nice Jewish couple ran Circus of Books, a porn shop and epicenter for gay LA. Their director daughter documents their life and times.

Circus of Books is a 2019 documentary directed by Rachel Mason that chronicles her parents' decades-long operation of an iconic adult bookstore that became a cultural landmark in Los Angeles' gay community. The film explores how a Jewish couple's unexpected business became a safe space and gathering point in the city's LGBTQ+ history.

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CIRCUS OF BOOKS Trailer (2020) Netflix

YouTube · 2020-04-13
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When was Circus of Books released?

Circus of Books premiered on April 26, 2019.

Where can I watch Circus of Books?

The film is available on Netflix, where it was released as part of the platform's documentary lineup.

Who directed Circus of Books?

Circus of Books was directed by Rachel Mason, the daughter of the couple who ran the bookstore.

What is the documentary about?

The documentary follows the story of Rachel Mason's parents and their operation of Circus of Books, an adult bookstore that served as an important hub for Los Angeles' gay community for many decades.

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