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Paris Is Burning (1991)
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 queens, and trans women — including Willi Ninja, Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, and Venus Xtravaganza.
Genres:
Documentary
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aspectratio.1-33-1
Production companies: Off White Productions Inc.
Country: United States
Languages:
English
Runtime: 78 min.
Released: March 13, 1991
Status: Released
Budget: $500,000
Revenue: $3,800,000
Certification: R / 17+
