A random collection of films authored by or about my transgender, intersex sisters, and gender-nonconforming persons all over the world. I watched some of them, and I was inspired by some of them. I met some of the authors and heroines, some of them are my best friends, and I had the pleasure and honor of interviewing some of them. If you know of any transgender documentary that I have not covered yet, please let me know.
Director: Lionel Bernard and Christophe Campos
Release Year: 1995
Synopsis:
The documentary was aired on CANAL+ in 1995. It portrays the French community of transgender divas, their stage performances, and their interactions with society.
One of the main characters is Coccinelle, also known as Jacqueline Charlotte Dufresnoy, a French actress, entertainer, and singer. She was a transgender icon, being one of the first widely publicized post-war gender reassignment cases in Europe.
God Save the Queens, a compelling documentary directed by Christophe Campos and aired on CANAL+ in 1995, offers an intimate portrait of the vibrant world of transgender divas in France. This 41-minute film captures not only the artistry and performances of these individuals but also their interactions with society at large, showcasing the complex dynamics of identity, acceptance, and resilience.
1995,
Carmen Xtravaganza,
Coccinelle,
Crystal LaBeija,
Doris Fish,
French,
Psicosis Gonsales,
Rachel Harlow,
Director: Frank Simon
Release Year: 1968
Synopsis:
Released in 1968, The Queen directed by Frank Simon is a pivotal documentary in the history of drag culture, providing a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the world of drag queens in a time when it was still illegal for men to dress as women. This documentary follows the contestants of the 1967 "Miss All-America Camp Beauty Contest," a drag beauty pageant held at the Town and Country Hotel in New York City, and is perhaps most famous for being judged by the iconic Andy Warhol, alongside several other notable figures of the era. The film is more than just a snapshot of a subculture; it is a powerful piece of history that explores issues of gender identity, social norms, and the evolving drag performance scene in the United States.
In 1967, the legal environment for drag queens and LGBTQ+ individuals was markedly oppressive. Across the United States, it was illegal for men to dress in women’s clothing, and drag performances were considered a criminal act in many states.
1968,
Crystal LaBeija,
Dorian Corey,
English,
Flawless Mother Sabrina,
International Chrysis,
Jackie Curtis,
Rachel Harlow,
USA,
