Underneath the Sequence, Rage: a History of Drag
Documentary · History
Overview
The art of drag represents an artistic transformation where individuals create characters by amplifying gendered traits, challenging established social norms. This practice, known for its spectacular performances, has evolved through periods of repression and acceptance. Through humor and self-mockery, drag disrupts conventions and is deeply rooted in the history of LGBT+ movements. This documentary traces the history of Drag in France and around the world, from William Dorsey Swann—a young emancipated slave considered the first drag queen—to RuPaul, Nicky Doll, and Paloma. Featuring contributions from historians, anthropologists, and sociologists specialized in drag, as well as testimonies from drag artists who are shaping or have shaped this history.
Hugo 'Paloma' Bardin
Hugo 'Paloma' Bardin
Self / Narrator (voice)
Hugo 'Paloma' Bardin
Self / Narrator (voice)
Tonya Loren
Tonya Loren
Self
Tonya Loren
Self
Nicky Doll
Nicky Doll
Self
Nicky Doll
Self
Soa De Muse
Soa De Muse
Self
Soa De Muse
Self
Cookie Kunty
Cookie Kunty
Self
Cookie Kunty
Self
Esther Newton
Esther Newton
Self
Esther Newton
Self
Joe E. Jeffreys
Joe E. Jeffreys
Self
Joe E. Jeffreys
Self
Manon Bril
Manon Bril
Self
Manon Bril
Self
Apolline Bazin
Apolline Bazin
Self
Apolline Bazin
Self
Tyra Priam
Tyra Priam
Self
Tyra Priam
Self
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