Burning (1990) — Paris Is

Dorian Corey, Pepper LaBeija, Venus Xtravaganza, Willi Ninja, Octavia St. Laurent, and Angie Xtravaganza. Core Themes & Subjects

The film explores the lives of Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ individuals who were largely excluded from mainstream society due to racism, homophobia, and poverty. Paris Is Burning (1990)

A subculture where participants compete in "balls" for trophies in various categories, such as "Executive Realness" or "Town and Country". Octavia St. Laurent

A highly stylized form of dance that originated in the balls as a way to "throw shade" or settle rivalries through performance. Paris Is Burning (1990)