Paris Is Burning
R · 1990 ‧ Documentary/LGBT ‧ 1h 11m
This documentary focuses on drag queens living in New York City and their "house" culture, which provides a sense of community and support for the flamboyant and often socially shunned performers. Groups from each house compete in elaborate balls...
Release date: August 1991 (USA)
Director: Jennie Livingston
Production companies: Miramax, Academy Entertainment, and Prestige Productions
Distributed by: Miramax
Box office: $3.8 million
Budget: $500,000
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