Film Screening: Coming Out under Fire (1994)

Through powerful interviews and archival footage, Coming Out under Fire explores the US military’s treatment of LGBTQ+ personnel during WWII and the lasting impact of those policies.

Directed by Arthur Dong

Screening followed by a panel discussion, hosted by Snapdragon Cabaret Co-founder and Performer Harry Stallion, featuring James Watts.

Part of the Silver Wings: The US Army Air Forces in WWII Norfolk exhibition and event series.

Free, booking essential
For ages 18+ only. Content warning: This film contains scenes of homophobia, mild violence and images of war, and nudity.

Some tickets are available to book on the door (for Silver Wings talks and films only) subject to availability.

About Silver Wings

From jitterbug dancing and donuts to first-hand accounts of service and sacrifice, Silver Wings celebrates the memories that shaped Norfolk during WWII, and the legacy that still echoes today.

Join us for a free, ten-day exhibition and event series at The Forum, Fri 12-Sun 21 September 2025, presented as part of Norfolk Heritage Open Days.

Silver Wings is presented by The Forum in partnership with the American Library, Memorial to the 2nd Air Division, 8th Air Force, United States Army Air Forces. 

Silver Wings is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and supported by The Alan Boswell Group Charitable Trust, Anguish's Educational Foundation, The Charles Littlewood Hill Trust, Norwich Freemen's Charity, The Paul Bassham Charitable Trust, The Second Air Division Memorial Trust and Simon Gibson Trust.

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