An electric documentary that centers around “the sunshine state’s” queer ballroom scene. Miami has a thriving and diverse queer community, but is located in a state that is passing legislation to restrict gender affirming care and erase LGBTQ+ curriculum in schools. In 2024, Florida’s Annual Awards Ball is providing a space for community members  to take a stand against Gov. Ron DeSantis and his hateful rhetoric through vibrant and captivating performances. Featuring this year’s fearless ball host Oso Milan, the selfless community organizer Jasmine McKenzie, and several others, the ballroom community unites to exemplify the power that performance and queer joy has as forms of resistance. 

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Directed by Julio Rocha, Olivia Bendis, Ben Nakhuda

Produced by Julio Rocha, Olivia Bendis, Ben Nakhuda, Nana Nakano, Jake diTargiani

Director of Photography by Jake diTargniani

Edited by Olivia Bendis, Nana Nakano

Composed by Andrew Barman and Polly Hall