Dustin Lance Black and Craig Borten at DBA’s Writers Room

Through their writing, Dustin Lance Black (“J Edgar,” “Milk”) and Craig Borten (“Dallas Buyers Club”) have shone a bright light on LBGT issues — all while not making LGBT-specific films. This subtle finesse means their films carry profound messages to a broad, worldwide audience. Reza Azlan interviews both. Tickets, $30, can be purchased online.