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Paris Is Burning (1990): Quick-shot review!
Originally posted on FILM GRIMOIRE:
Directed by Jennie Livingston and filmed in the mid to late 80s, Paris Is Burning (1990) is a cult documentary that focuses on the New York City drag scene of the 80s; its drag balls, vogue culture, and the various characters and groups that helped to make the drag scene…

Thoughts on… To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar (1995)
A comedy film about three beautiful drag queens on a cross-country journey, To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar (1995, dir. Beeban Kidron) has a lot of heart and some gorgeous costume choices. Here’s the synopsis: After Vida Boheme and Noxeema Jackson win a major New York drag contest and a trip to Hollywood, […]

Paris Is Burning (1990): Quick-shot review!
Directed by Jennie Livingston and filmed in the mid to late 80s, Paris Is Burning (1990) is a cult documentary that focuses on the New York City drag scene of the 80s; its drag balls, vogue culture, and the various characters and groups that helped to make the drag scene what it is today. Paris […]