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1968

The Queen

Directed by Frank Simon
A vibrant piece of queer history.

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.

Duration

1h 8m

Released

June 17, 1968

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6.4

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Cast18

  • Jack Doroshow
  • Bernard Giquel
  • Mario Montez
  • Crystal LaBeija
  • Rachel Harlow
  • Andy Warhol
  • Edie Sedgwick
  • Jim Dine
  • Bruce Jay Friedman

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