Paris Is Burning
The best documentaries always seem to offer the viewer an insight into one thing, but leave them exposed to a whole lot more.
‘Paris is Burning’ did exactly that - this exploration into the New York City drag scene really gave an insight into the dreams of those marginalised.
At times, the film showed such dreams to be deeply flawed - so often they seemed to want to leave a mark on the world by gaining great wealth or fame.
But, almost in response to this, the film offers an enduring lesson to everyone at its end, given by Dorian Corey - Fame, fortune, stardom, sex and power do not equal happiness. Herein this lesson lies the true power of this incredible movie.
‘Then you think, ‘you’ve left a mark on the world if you just get through it (life)’... it is better to just enjoy it.’
4.5/5