The Queen
A vibrant piece of queer history.
1968-06-17 | 68 minutes
Plot Summary
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.
Cast
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Mario MontezSelf - Singer
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Crystal LaBeijaSelf - Competitor
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Rachel HarlowSelf - Competitor
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Andy WarholSelf - Jury Member
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Edie SedgwickSelf - Jury Member
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Jim DineSelf - Jury Member
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Bruce Jay FriedmanSelf - Jury Member
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Terry SouthernSelf - Jury Member
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Jerry LeiberSelf - Jury Member
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Jackie CurtisSelf
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Pepper LaBeijaSelf
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Dorian CoreySelf
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Mary Ellen MarkSelf
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George PlimptonSelf
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