The Queen

Name: The Queen
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1968-06-17
Duration: 68 min
Cast: Larry Rivers, Bernard Giquel, Mario Montez, Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey

A vibrant piece of queer history.

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Release Date

6/17/1968

Runtime

68 mins

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Documentary

Overview

In 1967, New York City is host to the Miss All-American Camp Beauty Pageant. This documentary takes a look behind the scenes, transporting the viewer into rehearsals and dressing rooms as the drag queen subculture prepares for this big national beauty contest. Jack/Sabrina is the mistress of ceremonies, and their protégé, Miss Harlow, is in the competition. But, as the pageant approaches, the glamorous contestants veer from camaraderie to tension.

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Original Language

English

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A candid, affectionate glimpse into the drag queen scene of 1960s New York as performers prepare for a high-stakes beauty pageant, capturing both the joy and interpersonal drama of a tight-knit subculture. Energetic and intimate, it feels like being invited backstage to watch artists create themselves.