Paris Is Burning
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.
Average Score : 80
Having a ball… Wish you were here
Status: Released
Release Date: 1991-03-13
Geners Documentary
Production Companies Off White Productions
Production Countries United States of America,
Run time: 78 minutes
Budget: $500,000
Revenue: $3,800,000
