Do Ask, Do Tell: The Linda Campbell Story
In the wake of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal, Air Force veteran Lt. Col. Linda Campbell navigates personal and societal challenges of concealed sexual identity, culminating in a historic burial at a National Cemetery beside her same-sex spouse.
2023 | 27m | English
Popularity: 1 (history)
| Director: | Birdy Wei-Ting Hung |
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| Writer: | Birdy Wei-Ting Hung |
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| Set against the backdrop of the repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, the film chronicles the journey of Lt. Col. Linda Campbell, an Air Force veteran who grappled with hiding her true self during her service tenure. While the national policy shift towards LGBTQ+ rights marks a progressive era, Linda's personal story serves as a powerful testament to the individual battles fought in the shadows of such policies. Subjected to suspicion, prejudice, and threats from her comrades due to her perceived homosexuality, Linda's resilience remain undeterred. Her unwavering love and commitment to her partner, Nancy Lynchild, culminate in a poignant milestone: their eternal rest together in Willamette National Cemetery. Intertwined with this narrative is the account of Linda's brother, Bob Campbell, who delves into their family's conservative roots, Linda's tumultuous coming out, and the eventual familial reconciliation that showcases the transformative power of love and understanding. | |
| Release Date: | Nov 01, 2023 |
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| Director: | Birdy Wei-Ting Hung |
| Writer: | Birdy Wei-Ting Hung |
| Genres: | Documentary |
| Keywords | u.s. air force, lgbt, veterans, lgbt rights, familial reconciliation, willamette national cemetery, linda campbell, don't ask, don't tell |
| Production Companies | El Dorado Films, Veteran Documentary Corps |
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Revenue: $0
Budget: $22,000 |
| Updates |
Updated: Feb 03, 2025 Entered: May 28, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
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| Bob Campbell | Bob Campbell |
| Monte Campbell | Monte Campbell |
| Brady Waldroff | Brady Waldroff |
| Brad Avakian | Brad Avakian |
| Pat Young | Oral history interviewer |
| Name | Job |
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| Jesse Collier Sutterley | Sound Recordist, Colorist |
| Isaac Billanfante | Additional Camera |
| Andrés Gallegos | Cinematography |
| Dan Olmsted | Sound Mixer |
| Lucía Vazquez Fernandez | Researcher |
| Birdy Wei-Ting Hung | Writer, Director, Editor |
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| Daniel L. Bernardi | Producer |
| Birdy Wei-Ting Hung | Producer |
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