Paris Is Burning
Having a ball… Wish you were here
Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City's African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene. Made over seven years, PARIS IS BURNING offers an intimate portrait of rival fashion "houses," from fierce contests for trophies to house mothers offering sustenance in a world rampant with homophobia, transphobia, racism, AIDS, and poverty. Featuring legendary voguers, drag queens, and trans women — including Willi Ninja, Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, and Venus Xtravaganza.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Paris Is Burning
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1991-03-13
- Runtime: 78 minutes
- Rating: 8/10 (494 votes)
- Budget: $500,000
- Revenue: $3,800,000
- Production Companies: Off White Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.6024
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Pepper LaBeija
as Self
Octavia St. Laurent
as Self
Venus Xtravaganza
as Self
Dorian Corey
as Self
Willi Ninja
as Self
Paris Dupree
as Self
Freddie Pendavis
as Self
Sol Williams Pendavis
as Self
Junior LaBeija
as Self
Angie Xtravaganza
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Trailer
'A Small Fame'
'Somebody'
'Emulation'
'House Mothers'
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paris Is Burning?▼
Paris Is Burning is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1991-03-13.
Who are the main actors in Paris Is Burning?▼
The main cast includes Pepper LaBeija, Octavia St. Laurent, Venus Xtravaganza, Dorian Corey, Willi Ninja, .
Where can I watch Paris Is Burning online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Paris Is Burning is available.
Is Paris Is Burning based on a true story?▼
Having a ball… Wish you were here
What is the IMDb rating of Paris Is Burning?▼
Paris Is Burning has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 494 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Paris Is Burning?▼
The movie had a production budget of $500,000 and earned $3,800,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Paris Is Burning?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Off White Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Paris Is Burning filmed?▼
Paris Is Burning was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Paris Is Burning?▼
The total runtime of Paris Is Burning is 78 minutes.
Is Paris Is Burning suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Paris Is Burning?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Paris Is Burning.
Does Paris Is Burning have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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