Circus of Books

Directed by Rachel Mason

Karen and Barry Mason become unexpected pioneers in the gay entertainment industry, balancing family life with operating Circus of Books, a hub of LGBT culture during the AIDS crisis.
Circus of Books is a wonderful documentary about the straight Jewish couple who quietly ran one of Los Angeles’ most famous gay adult bookstores. Rachel Mason turns her own family history into a funny, affectionate and revealing story about business, community and acceptance.

Circus of Books

Directed by Rachel Mason

Karen and Barry Mason become unexpected pioneers in the gay entertainment industry, balancing family life with operating Circus of Books, a hub of LGBT culture during the AIDS crisis.

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Circus of Books is a wonderful documentary about the straight Jewish couple who quietly ran one of Los Angeles’ most famous gay adult bookstores. Rachel Mason turns her own family history into a funny, affectionate and revealing story about business, community and acceptance.