The Queen
“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.
Step into the dazzling, behind-the-scenes world of a 1960s drag pageant. Experience the raw energy, fierce competition, and intimate moments as these performers prepare for their spotlight. It's a vibrant, campy, and surprisingly dramatic look at chosen family and self-expression.
