In the new documentary “Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln,” director Shaun Peterson tackles decades’ worth of speculation about the sexual orientation of the towering 16th U.S. president. 



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'Lover of Men' Director Shaun Peterson Says Evidence Is Clear - Lincoln Was Gay

In “Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln” director Shaun Peterson makes a compelling case that Honest Abe was queer. 
	The 102-minute doc features 20 Lincoln scholars and historians and never-before seen photographs and letters that argue that there is no denying that Lincoln had sexual relations with men. The film presents a plethora of evidence that the former president was involved with a series of men — four of significance. O…

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Was Abraham Lincoln Queer? A New Docu, ‘Lover of Men’ Makes a Compelling Case That He Was

"Lover of Men," which premieres Friday, examines Abraham Lincoln's relationships with four men and why historians are reluctant to label his sexuality.

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Was Abraham Lincoln gay? Scholars make the case in 'Lover of Men' documentary

A new documentary about Abraham Lincoln focuses on the former president’s sexuality, speculating that his private writings and certain actions prove he was most likely gay. “Lover of Men” argues that the 16th president likely had several male lovers even after marrying his wife, Mary Todd Lincoln. Some historians have explored the subject, and it has become an urban legend in academic circles. “We live in a homophobic society,” producer Rob Rose…

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New Documentary Probes Whether Abraham Lincoln Was A ‘Lover Of Men’

Filmmaker Shaun Peterson is defending his controversial new documentary, "Lover of Men" ... which makes a compelling case for the theory that President Abraham Lincoln was gay. We caught up with the director on "TMZ Live" Friday, where Peterson…

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A new documentary considers the question of whether Abraham Lincoln was romantically involved with men. A University of Utah professor, who has written a book about sexual fluidity, is among the experts interviewed in the film — talking about the difference in attitudes from the mid-19th century to today.

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A documentary asks ‘Was Lincoln gay?’ A U. of Utah professor says it’s complicated.

Abraham Lincoln documentary makes a compelling case about the president's romantic life, and points to an alleged secret relationship.

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Abraham Lincoln Documentary Alleges Revealing Relationship

Photo Illustration by The Daily Beast/Special Occasion StudioAll these years later, people are still buzzing about Abraham Lincoln’s love life. That’s owed in large part to Lover of Men: The Untold Story of Abraham Lincoln, a new documentary from director Shaun Peterson that sheds light on relationships with men the film scholars’ say Lincoln had throughout his life.When the trailer for the film was released earlier this summer, it sparked immed…

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The Controversial Movie That Says Abraham Lincoln Was Gay

Was Abraham Lincoln both America’s greatest president and a queer man? A new documentary argues, yes.  Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln, out in theaters Sept. 6, aims to be the definitive documentary about Lincoln’s sexuality, featuring excerpts of loaded language in letters and, to put them in context, several scholars of Lincoln and experts on the history of sexuality, particularly in the 19th century. 
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Lover of Men Doc Argues Lincoln Was Gay

“Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln” may be an uneven documentary, but still one worthwhile.

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Review: ‘Lover of Men’ casts Abraham Lincoln in a lavender light

A new documentary has claimed that Abraham Lincoln may have been gay and had relationships with several men during his life. Rather than explore his well-documented political career, Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln, explores the personal life and sexuality of the 16th US president. The film, directed by Shaun Peterson, features interviews with scholars and historians as well as offering never-before-seen photos and letters th…

Was Abraham Lincoln gay? Scholars make the case in 'Lover of Men' documentary

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