Underneath the Empire
Synopsis
Scarlett Bobo, self-starting Toronto drag queen, leads a behind-the-curtain tour of Toronto’s drag scene, showing the impetus and determination for her creation of Absolut Empire’s Ball, Toronto’s most inclusive drag competition, and why it is needed in the community. This is a story of the resilience that went into creating a more inclusive and accepting environment, where all types of drag artists are welcome, in a community that is often stigmatized and marginalized. Visionaries like Scarlett BoBo dare to make the change they want to see in the world, building tomorrow’s Toronto.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Valerie Brive-Turtle
- Original Title
- Underneath the Empire
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
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Valerie Brive-Turtle
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Valerie Brive-Turtle
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What is Underneath the Empire about?
Scarlett Bobo, self-starting Toronto drag queen, leads a behind-the-curtain tour of Toronto’s drag scene, showing the impetus and determination for her creation of Absolut Empire’s Ball, Toronto’s most inclusive drag competition, and why it is needed in the community. This is a story of the resilience that went into creating a more inclusive and accepting environment, where all types of drag artists are welcome, in a community that is often stigmatized and marginalized. Visionaries like Scarlett BoBo dare to make the change they want to see in the world, building tomorrow’s Toronto.
Who directed Underneath the Empire?
Underneath the Empire was directed by Valerie Brive-Turtle.
Who stars in Underneath the Empire?
The principal cast of Underneath the Empire includes Scarlett Bobo.
When was Underneath the Empire released and how long is it?
Underneath the Empire was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 24m.