The Queen (1968)

Name: The Queen
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1968
Duration: 68 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Jack Doroshow, Bernard Giquel, Mario Montez, Crystal LaBeija, Rachel Harlow

1h 8m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City in 1967, the Miss All-American Camp Beauty Pageant unfolds in a revealing documentary that dives into the world of drag queens. Viewers are taken backstage, witnessing the hustle of rehearsals and the intimate moments in dressing rooms as contestants prepare for the prestigious event. Jack/Sabrina, the charismatic emcee, guides the festivities, while their talented protégé, Miss Harlow, vies for the crown. As the competition draws near, the atmosphere shifts from supportive fellowship to a tense rivalry among the glamorous participants.

Cast

Jack Doroshow Bernard Giquel Mario Montez Crystal LaBeija Rachel Harlow Andy Warhol Edie Sedgwick Jim Dine Bruce Jay Friedman Larry Rivers Terry Southern Jerry Leiber Jackie Curtis Pepper LaBeija Dorian Corey