Paris Is Burning (Criterion Collection)

Equally outrageous, funny and touching, Jennie Livingston's acclaimed documentary looks at a very vocal segment of the gay community: the drag "houses" of Harlem that compete in elaborate fashion shows known as "balls," with contestants dressed as Vogue models, socialites, military men and other sartorial stereotypes. These inner-city groups serve as surrogate families to the gay minority youths who join them. 76 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish; audio commentary; featurette; outtakes; "The Joan Rivers Show" episode; theatrical trailer; more. Two-disc set.