Kiki

A quarter-century after “Paris is Burning,” we return to the vibrant world of voguing competitions within New York City’s Kiki scene, where the rivalry among Houses requires strong leadership, rigorous preparation, and flawless performances. This film is a collaboration between Kiki scene veteran Twiggy Pucci Garçon and Swedish director Sara Jordenö, offering us an exclusive glimpse into this intense environment. Here, fierce contests serve as a window into the everyday experiences of LGBTQ youth of color in NYC. The new generation of ballroom participants embraces the motto, “Not About Us Without Us.” Twiggy and Sara’s unique insider-outsider perspective revitalizes the portrayal of a marginalized community striving for recognition and genuine political influence.