Queen of New York
“Welcome to a different kind of drag race.”
Storyline
Welcome to a different kind of drag race! As NYC emerges from the chaos of 2020, Marti Cummings (they/them), an audacious and big-hearted drag queen, goes all out in a historic bid to become a City Councilperson. It’s one of the most hotly contested Council races in years, and Marti’s strongest competitor is Shaun Abreu, a tenants’ lawyer with deep roots in the district’s Latinx community. As these first-timers race to do the most good for their Upper Manhattan neighbors, they offer very different visions for Democratic politics – one in a suit and tie, the other in combat boots and floral print. As this immersive documentary reveals, Marti’s passion inspires queer activists and allies to change the political system. Their campaign becomes a community of its own, especially for Marti’s non-binary peers who have never before seen themselves represented.
Cast & Crew
Marti Gould Cummings
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Lead
Billy Porter
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Self
Ilana Glazer
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What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Emma Fidel's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Queen of New York is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
