The Queen 56 years old

A vibrant piece of queer history.

The Queen

In 1967, New York City is host to the Miss All-American Camp Beauty Pageant. This documentary takes a look behind the scenes, transporting the viewer into rehearsals and dressing rooms as the drag queen subculture prepares for this big national beauty contest. Jack/Sabrina is the mistress of ceremonies, and their protégé, Miss Harlow, is in the competition. But, as the pageant approaches, the glamorous contestants veer from camaraderie to tension.

Credits

The Queen Cast

Name Character
Edie Sedgwick She was 24, 28 years old when she died as Herself
Andy Warhol He was 39, 58 years old when he died as Himself
Jackie Curtis She was 20, 38 years old when she died as Herself
Dorian Corey He was 31, 56 years old when he died
George Plimpton He was 40, 76 years old when he died as Himself
Mario Montez He was 32, 78 years old when he died as Himself
Bruce Jay Friedman He was 37, now 94 years old as Himself - Jury Member
Jim Dine He was 32, now 89 years old as Himself - Jury Member
Mary Ellen Mark She was 27, 75 years old when she died as Herself

The Queen Crew

Name Department
Frank Simon as Cinematography. He was 69 (now 125) years old Crew
Frank Simon as Director. He was 69 (now 125) years old Directing
The Queen poster
The Queen (56 years)

A vibrant piece of queer history.

  • Release day: Monday, June 17, 1968
  • Runtime: 68 minutes