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Paris Is Burning (1990)

R  71 min  -  Documentary   -  August 1991 (USA)
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This is a documentary of 'drag nights' among New York's underclass. Queens are interviewed and observed preparing for and competing in many 'balls'... See full summary »

Director:

Jennie Livingston

Stars:

Carmen and Brooke, André Christian and Dorian Corey
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Cast

Credited cast:
Carmen and Brooke Carmen and Brooke
André Christian André Christian
Dorian Corey Dorian Corey
Paris Duprée Paris Duprée
David The Father Xtravaganza David The Father Xtravaganza
Junior Labeija Junior Labeija
Pepper LaBeija Pepper LaBeija
Sandy Ninja Sandy Ninja
Willi Ninja Willi Ninja
Avis Pendavis Avis Pendavis
Freddie Pendavis Freddie Pendavis
Kim Pendavis Kim Pendavis
Sol Pendavis Sol Pendavis
Stevie Saint Laurent Stevie Saint Laurent
Octavia St. Laurent Octavia St. Laurent
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This is a documentary of 'drag nights' among New York's underclass. Queens are interviewed and observed preparing for and competing in many 'balls'. The people, the clothes, and the whole environment are outlandish. Written by Robbie Smith <robsmith@u.washington.edu>  

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Ball | Reading | New York City | Cross Dressing | Dance  | See more »

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Having a ball...wish you were here

Genres:

Documentary

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Rated R for language and sexuality See all certifications »

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

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Also Known As:

Paris brennt See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$500,000 (estimated)

Gross:

$3,779,620 (USA)
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Production Co:

Miramax Films, Off White Productions Inc., Prestige See more »
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Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1
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Quotes

Dorian Corey: I always had hopes of being a big star. But as you get older, you aim a little lower. Everybody wants to make an impression, some mark upon the world. Then you think, you've made a mark on the world if you just get through it, and a few people remember your name. Then you've left a mark. You don't have to bend the whole world. I think it's better to just enjoy it. Pay your dues, and just enjoy it. If you shoot an arrow and it goes real high, hooray for you.
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Referenced in The Wiggle Show (2007) See more »

Soundtracks

"Got To Be Real"
Performed by Cheryl Lynn
Written by David Foster / David Paich / Cheryl Lynn
Courtesy of Cheryl Lynn Productions
Published by Cotaba Music, administered by Peermusic, Ltd. (BMI)/Butterfly Gong Music (BMI) See more »