LA QUEENCIANERA
AVAILABLE VIRTUALLY MAY 5-8
(WASHINGTON ONLY)
With pre-recorded Q&A with documentary star Bamby Salcedo in conversation with TRANSlations Lead Programmer StormMiguel Florez
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LA QUEENCIAÑERA
Pedro Peira; 2021; Spain; 84 min.
English and Spanish with English subtitles
Pedro Peira's film LA QUEENCIAÑERA portrays Bamby Salcedo's life and foretells her future. A celebration of Salcedo's 50th birthday serves as the focus of Peira's account of her life, tracing her childhood in Guadalajara, Mexico, to her founding of the TransLatin@ Coalition. Although Salcedo faced addiction, homelessness, imprisonment, and detention throughout her life, she never lost sight of her goals. Her iconic phrase, "never give up," not only inspires future generations to take part in activism, but also places her at the forefront of history. In this heartfelt tribute, Salcedo's legacy and contribution to the LGBTQ+ community are honored.
CONTENT WARNINGS: IMPLIED VIOLENCE, NUDITY, DRUG USE, DEPICTION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE, DISCUSSION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE, DEPICTION OF SELF-HARM, DISCUSSION OF SELF-HARM, DISCUSSION OF CHILDHOOD ABUSE