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Queens of Heart: Community Therapists in Drag (2006)
A Local Legend
I was happy to watch this film about a local legend here in Portland. Darcelle XV is the type of club that people go to in order to experience something new or to be part of a family. This feeling of belonging is apparent in the film among Darcelle and the other performers.
There is also a sense of analysis in the film over the people who go to the club and those who participate. Dressing in drag has a full gamut of responses and opinions from those who go to the club. People go to have fun, but at the same time there are some people who are fearful or apprehensive of things they either do not understand or do not related to for one reason or another. Even though I was already somewhat familiar with the club, this movie has given me additional insight on a phenomenon that is outside of my own life, but still within my own community.
If you are from Portland, live in the area, or just want to know more about a local legend you should definitely watch this film. It is only a slice of the real thing. Hopefully after watching it you will have a greater respect for the club and urge you to go check it out.