Speed Cinema Presents: Kiki
Friday, April 28, 7 p.m.
Speed Art Museum Cinema
Directed by Sara Jordenö
“Exhilarating . . . an indelible, must-see ode to gay New York.”—Manohla Dargis, New York Times
25 years after Paris is Burning introduced the art of voguing to the world, Kiki revisits New York’s thriving underground ballroom culture. It’s a larger-than-life world in which LGBTQ youth of color are empowered by staging elaborate dance competitions that showcase their dynamic choreography, fabulous costumes, and fierce attitudes. It’s also a safe space for teens who find acceptance, support, and friendship within the Kiki community.
Granted intimate access to the scene, filmmaker Sara Jordenö introduces viewers to some of Kiki culture’s most prominent personalities, going beyond the glamour of the balls to highlight the serious challenges facing queer Black and Latino young people. Winner of the Teddy Award at the Berlin International Film Festival. 2016, U.S., DCP, 95 minutes. Recommended for 16+.
An introduction and post-screening discussion of the film will be conducted by WFPL’s Strange Fruit’s co-hosts Jaison Gardner and Dr. Kaila Story.
Don’t forget to bring your Speed Art Museum membership card to verify your membership.