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Wigstock: The Movie
“A Celebration of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Big Hair!”
5.7 / 10• 1995• 1h 25m•R• English
Documentary
Storyline
The three-decade-old annual Manhattan gathering of drag queens and their fans is portrayed in this colorful documentary. The film concentrates on the spectacle of the event, providing abundant examples of the elaborate costumes, flamboyant wigs, and campy musical performances that characterize the event.
Cast & Crew
RuPaul
Self
Lead
Lady Bunny
Self
Miss Coco Peru
Self
Candis Cayne
Self
Leigh Bowery
Self
Debbie Harry
Self
Alexis Arquette
Self
Jayne County
Self
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Barry Shils's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Wigstock: The Movie is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
