7.3

Having a ball… Wish you were here
Directed by Jennie Livingston
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.
Where to watch
Paris Dupree
Self

Freddie Pendavis
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Sol Williams Pendavis
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Junior LaBeija
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Angie Xtravaganza
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Carmen Xtravaganza
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Brooke Xtravaganza
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Kim Pendavis
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Sandy Ninja
Self