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In Oscar-Shortlisted ‘Queendom,’ An Extraordinary Russian Drag Performer Defies Convention, Risking Life And Liberty

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In a chilling portrait, a Russian drag performer risks everything to defy convention and boldly embrace their identity, even as their country's oppressive forces loom large.
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  • Siberian city Magadan, a former Soviet Gulag transit point, is the setting for this Oscar-shortlisted documentary, underscoring the harsh realities faced by LGBTQ individuals in today's Russia.
  • The film's protagonist, a renowned drag performer, navigates the perils of living authentically in a society that aims to crush nonconformity, making their story a poignant testament to the power of self-expression in the face of adversity.
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Agniia Galdanova, Igor Myakotin, Greenwich Entertainment, Queendom
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