Crew
GM
Gianna Mazzeo
Director
GM
Gianna Mazzeo
Writer
Cast
MU
Marieke Ubachs
ED
Elisa Da Laqume
RC
Rudy Cruden
RR
Rex Rank
The History of the Carabiner
LGBTQ+ Documentary
20256m
Documentary
Through a creative blend of mixed-media and charismatic narration balancing humor, sass and historical gravity, discover the queer history of the carabiner in this latest WaterBear Original, directed by Gianna Mazzeo and made in partnership with Nikon. Follow the carabiner’s story, from its humble 1911 climbing roots (thanks, Otto "Rambo" Herzog), to empowering butch mechanics and postal workers in the 60s, becoming a potent signal of identity and attraction in the 80’s (think Tinder, but with hardware) and as a TikTok fashion sensation today.
