The Queen
★ 6.3·1968·1h 8min·Documentary
A vibrant piece of queer history.
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.
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released (Jun 17, 1968)
Where to watch
- Free
- Buy or rent
Cast
18 people- JDJack DoroshowFlawless Sabrina
- BGBernard GiquelInterviewer
Mario MontezHimself - Singer
Crystal LaBeijaHerself - Competitor
Rachel HarlowHerself - Competitor
Andy WarholHimself - Jury Member
Edie SedgwickHerself - Jury Member
Jim DineHimself - Jury Member
Bruce Jay FriedmanHimself - Jury Member- LRLarry RiversHimself - Jury Member
Terry SouthernHimself - Jury Member
Jerry LeiberHimself - Jury Member
