Paris Is Burning
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1991-03-13
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Documentary
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.
Featured Crew
| Jennie Livingston | Producer |
| Natalie G. Hill | Production Manager |
| Jonathan Oppenheim | Editor |
| Jennie Livingston | Director |
| Barry Swimar | Producer |
| Lynn Geller | Music |
| Paul Gibson | Director of Photography |
| Sam Henriques | Additional Camera |
| Stacia Thompson | Sound Editor |
| Madison Davis Lacy | Executive Producer |
