A chronicle of New York's drag scene in the 1980s, focusing on balls, voguing and the ambitions and dreams of those who gave the era its warmth and vitality.
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Jennie Livingston
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Brooke Xtravaganza | ... | Self (as Carmen and Brooke) |
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André Christian | ... | Self (as Andre Christian) |
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Junior LaBeija | ... | Self |
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Sandy Ninja | ... | Self |
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Kim Pendavis | ... | Self |
| Freddie Pendavis | ... | Self | |
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Avis Pendavis | ... | Self |
| Octavia St. Laurent | ... | Self (as Octavia Saint Laurent) | |
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Stevie Saint Laurent | ... | Self |
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Anji Xtravaganza | ... | Self (as Angie Xtravaganza) |
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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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Written by R. Kiper
Performed by Jungle Brothers (as The Jungle Brothers)
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This film is part of the Criterion Collection, spine #1018. See more »Quotes
Octavia St. Laurent: I'm not looking for anything. I think all men are dogs. I honestly do. You know, every man starts barking sooner or later.See more »
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I'll House YouWritten by R. Kiper
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August 1991 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$500,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$310,127, 11 August 1991Gross USA:
$3,905,297Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$3,905,297Company Credits
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While many unfortunately passed on, the ballroom scene is still very much alive and carrying on their legacy. Some are still very much alive and quite well, Octavia is more radiant and beautiful than ever, Willi Ninja is very accomplished and gives a great deal of support to the gay community as a whole, Pepper Labeija just passed on last year of natural cause, may she rest in peace. After Anji's passing Carmen became the mother of the house of Xtravaganza (she was in the beach scene) and she is looking more and more lovely as well. Some balls have categories dedicated to those who have passed, may they all rest in peace. There is currently another project underway known as "How Do I Look?", you can check out the website at www.howdoilooknyc.org.