I Am the Queen (2011)

Movie ★ 4.6 75 min

Documentary

In Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood, the Vida/Sida Cacica Pageant brings together members of the Puerto Rican community to celebrate its transgender participants. I Am The Queen follows Bianca, Julissa and Jolizza as they prepare for the pageant under the guidance of Ginger Valdez, an experienced transgender from the neighborhood. These trans women share stories of their transition, their relatives’ varying reactions, and how they find support from within the community. Family dynamics, cultural heritage, and personal identity all play a part in how the contestants face the daily struggle that comes from being true to themselves.

Henrique Cirne-Lima Director Josue Pellot Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 18, 2011
Runtime
75 min
IMDb
tt1787973
Language
,
Studio
Equipo Films, Cinema Libre Studio

Themes

Cast

Ginger Valdez Self Julissa Ortiz Self Jolizza Colon Self Bianca Feliciano Self Jade Sotomayor Jade Sotomayor Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is I Am the Queen about?
In Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood, the Vida/Sida Cacica Pageant brings together members of the Puerto Rican community to celebrate its transgender participants. I Am The Queen follows Bianca, Julissa and Jolizza as they prepare for the pageant under the guidance of Ginger Valdez, an experienced transgender from the neighborhood. These trans women share stories of their transition, their relatives’ varying reactions, and how they find support from within the community. Family dynamics, cultural heritage, and personal identity all play a part in how the contestants face the daily struggle that comes from being true to themselves.
Who directed I Am the Queen?
I Am the Queen was directed by Henrique Cirne-Lima, Josue Pellot.
Who stars in I Am the Queen?
I Am the Queen stars Ginger Valdez, Julissa Ortiz, Jolizza Colon, Bianca Feliciano.
When was I Am the Queen released?
I Am the Queen is a 2011 documentary film.
Where can I watch I Am the Queen?
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