Drag Invasion

LGBTQIA+/Society, Peru 2020

In 2017, dozens of drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race descended upon Lima, Peru, performing to sold-out audiences month after month. What began as entertainment soon evolved into a cultural movement that mobilized, energized, and empowered the Peruvian LGBTQ+ community in ways that were previously unimaginable. In a country deeply rooted in conservative, religious, and homophobic traditions, this unexpected phenomenon sparked discussions on identity, visibility, and resistance.Through in-depth interviews with performers, activists, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, the film offers an exploration of how global pop culture intersects with local socio-political landscapes, raising critical questions about cultural imperialism, identity politics, and the role of art in social change.
78 min
HD
Starting at 16
Audio language:
EnglishSpanish
Subtitles:
EnglishSpanish

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Director:

Alberto Castro

Composer:

Karin Zielinski

Sound Design:

Raúl Astete

Producer:

Alberto Castro

Original title:

Invasión Drag

Original language:

Spanish

Format:

1:2.35 HD, Color

Age rating:

Starting at 16

Audio language:

EnglishSpanish

Subtitles:

EnglishSpanish