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I'm Your Venus

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A moving and timely documentary following the unsolved murder of Venus Xtravaganza, star of the legendary Paris Is Burning as Venus' two families -- biological and ballroom -- come together to seek answers and celebrate her legacy.

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Lovia Gyarkye The Hollywood Reporter Reed constructs a humanizing portrait of the legendary performer and offers a blueprint for community healing. Jun 27, 2024 Full Review Jennie Kermode Eye for Film In its elegantly woven arc, I’m Your Venus incorporates the three pillars of queer resistance: a farewell to the dead, a protest at the mistreatment of the living, and a party to restore courage and pride. Rated: 4.5/5 Mar 31, 2025 Full Review Annette Basile FILMINK (Australia) … a profound, unforgettable and timely film. Rated: 18/20 Feb 4, 2025 Full Review William Stottor Loud and Clear Reviews The timely documentary I’m Your Venus stands as an evocative rallying cry for equality and a powerful tribute to a life that was lost far too early. Rated: 3.5/5 Oct 21, 2024 Full Review Carla Hay Culture Mix I'm Your Venus is a poignant and commendable documentary about how the loved ones of Paris Is Burning breakout star Venus Xtravanganza are trying to get justice for her unsolved murder. The movie is also a call to action for transgender rights. Jul 28, 2024 Full Review James Kleinmann The Queer Review ...Profoundly moving...Ultimately, this is a film about memory, human dignity, the complexity of families and how it is never too late to make amends, to find peace for those left behind and secure the legacy of those we lost to soon. Rated: 5/5 Jun 13, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Kimberly Reed

Director

Gisele Alicea

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Daniella Carter

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Gia Marie Love

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Raj Mukherji

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Jamie Schutz

Producer
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Movie Info

Synopsis A moving and timely documentary following the unsolved murder of Venus Xtravaganza, star of the legendary Paris Is Burning as Venus' two families -- biological and ballroom -- come together to seek answers and celebrate her legacy.
Director
Kimberly Reed
Producer
Jamie Schutz, Steven Cantor, Mike Stafford
Production Co
Participant, Stick Figure
Genre
Documentary, Crime, History, LGBTQ+
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 20m