Paris Is Burning (1991)

Directors:

Jennie Livingston

Writers:

Actors:

Venus Xtravaganza, David the Father Xtravaganza, David Ian Xtravaganza, David Xtravaganza, Danny Xtravaganza, Bianca Xtravaganza

Synopsis:

Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City's African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene. Made over seven years, PARIS IS BURNING offers an intimate portrait of rival fashion "houses," from fierce contests for trophies to house mothers offering sustenance in a world rampant with homophobia, transphobia, racism, AIDS, and poverty. Featuring legendary voguers, drag q...
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