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Queens of the Revolution

Directed by Rebecca Heidenberg
Cuba, United States
2021
80 mins

Queens of the Revolution is a portrait of Mejunje, a cultural center in Santa Clara that paved the road for LGBTQ+ rights in Cuba. The film highlights the bravery of people who have fought for their lives and identities for decades.

Meandering through the streets of Santa Clara, into the homes of drag performers, and on to the stage, the film tells the story of Mejunje through a chorus of voices. This community was violently persecuted but, instead of fleeing, they chose to stay and fight for change in the country they love.

  • Year
    2021
  • Country
    Cuba, United States
  • Language
    Spanish
  • Premiere Status
    Florida Premiere
  • Director
    Rebecca Heidenberg
  • Cinematographer
    Kristen Brown, Rebecca Heidenberg
  • Editor
    Rebecca Heidenberg
  • Genre
    Documentary, Social Issues, LGBTQ+
  • Theme
    Spotlight On Cuba, Directed by Women, Cuban Cinema Series, LGBTQ, Social issues

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