Passion in a Seaside Slum
Synopsis
In this silent color 8mm film shot in Venice Beach in 1961, Taylor Mead plays “the faggot” who persistently cruises a butch guy intent only on fishing in one of the canals. Mead uses the magic wand of a radio antenna to transform himself into ever more implausible drag figures in his attempts to garner the guy’s interest, but only succeeds in soliciting his amused laughs. “I played eight or more roles in this film–all bizarre, outrageous, non-pornographic but upsetting to many mores.” (Taylor Mead) Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Anthology Film Archives in 2011.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Wade Chatterton
- Original Title
- Passion in a Seaside Slum
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Wade Chatterton
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Robert Wade Chatterton
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What is Passion in a Seaside Slum about?
In this silent color 8mm film shot in Venice Beach in 1961, Taylor Mead plays “the faggot” who persistently cruises a butch guy intent only on fishing in one of the canals. Mead uses the magic wand of a radio antenna to transform himself into ever more implausible drag figures in his attempts to garner the guy’s interest, but only succeeds in soliciting his amused laughs. “I played eight or more roles in this film–all bizarre, outrageous, non-pornographic but upsetting to many mores.” (Taylor Mead) Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Anthology Film Archives in 2011.
Who directed Passion in a Seaside Slum?
Passion in a Seaside Slum was directed by Robert Wade Chatterton.
Who stars in Passion in a Seaside Slum?
The principal cast of Passion in a Seaside Slum includes Taylor Mead.
When was Passion in a Seaside Slum released and how long is it?
Passion in a Seaside Slum was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 32m.