Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesIts not often that this reviewer finds himself laughing hysterically and then crying whilst watching the same film. But then this very incisive and affectionate documentary is about one of the most endearing and talented queer entertainers I have ever had the joy of seeing perform so many times. Lily Savage, the drag … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesOne of the most important aspects of working towards both acceptance and equal nights for the transgender community is sheer visibility. As Vlada Knowlton’s excellent new documentary points out so much of the hatred and fear is based on ignorance of people who have yet to encounter or have an exchange with trans adult … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesIf you were thinking that Netflix’s new documentary The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes. may finally give the definitive answer to how the world’s most famous died, you will in fact be deeply disappointed. Emma Cooper‘s intriguing film that gets us on the edge of our seats revealed some interesting new, and … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesAfter North Dakota introduced the controversial technology known as fracking in 2008 it suddenly became the nation’s second-largest oil-producing State. So as the economic recession started to kick in really hard over the next few years, thousands of unemployed men unable to find work in their part of the country flocked to the new oilfields … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queertiquesIt was always a sure bet that sooner or later the whole world would be aware of an extraordinary Irish drag queen called Panti Bliss, but it was her appearance on the stage of Dublin’s Abbey Theater delivering a ‘Noble Call’ on February 1st 2014 that instantly propelled her into the role of accidental activist and … Continue reading