Club DVD Presents: Paris Is Burning (1990)

Join us for our ongoing film screenings at Wildflower Picture House & Bar in Fitzroy! 

Club DVD is an event made for film lovers to meet other film lovers in a cosy, relaxed, and fun way! Showcasing indie flicks and forgotten gems in an approachable and friendly space. 

We'll watch the film together, then break into groups to discuss the film and get to know one another

Hosted and curated by Izzy Burns and Dayna Di Fulvio.
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Film: Paris Is Burning (1990) 
Director: Jennie Livingston
Cast: Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, Angie Xtravaganza, Willi Ninja, Avis Pendavis, Paris Dupree.
Runtime: 113mins
Synopsis: Paris Is Burning is a pivotal documentary that explores the vibrant drag ball culture of 1980s New York, centering on the experiences of Black, Latinx, queer, and transgender communities. Through intimate stories, the film reveals how drag balls became a haven for marginalized individuals to express their identities, challenge societal norms, and form chosen families. It offers a deeper understanding of how voguing, ballroom culture, and its language have entered mainstream media, leaving a lasting legacy of empowerment and visibility for the LGBTQI+ community.

18+ event

* Please note, photos and videos will be taken to promote the event on social media
* Unfortunately, the venue is not wheelchair accessible