Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesWe had no idea of what to expect from this intriguing documentary on Brian Firkus aka Trixie Mattel who, second time around, became a winner on Ru Paul’s Drag Race, albeit a rather controversial choice. Mattel is part of the current coterie of drag queens whose fame is based on their success rate on … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesAbout to have its World Premiere at Toronto’s Inside Out Festival, the delightful A Night at Switch n’ Play is probably the queerest film we have seen in long time. We so hope those Canadians are ready for i., This feature documentary film debut from director Cody Stickels is an exuberant close up look … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterWe read somewhere that Frank DeCaro’s glorious new book which is one of the most comprehensive guides to Drag was meant for children to know its history. Sorry kids its way too good for you. Journalist/Broadcaster DeCaro possesses a detail knowledge of the subject because he says he has always been a ‘drag hag.’ We … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterIn 1968, way before Paris is Burning and the ubiquitous Drag Race, filmmaker Frank Simon shot his debut documentary about the 1967 Miss All-America Camp Beauty Pageant. This glorious piece of cinema verite that captured a group of drag queens vying to be the winner has been lovingly restored in 4K, and thanks to the … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterThere are so many other ways to become the next biggest Miss Thing in Drag without waiting for Ru Paul to call. Especially as of our fav. events is about out to kick off its 15th year. Drag Idol, is the UK’s biggest drag talent competition and after all these years still remains one … Continue reading
