The read
It runs a compact 15m.
Synopsis
Garden of Des Moines is an intimate interview-style short film that follows drag performers in Iowa as they navigate the challenges of being queer in a conservative state. Through personal stories, the film explores the difficulties they face, from political pushback to societal pressures, while highlighting the joy, resilience, and freedom they find in drag. Set against Iowa's landscape, the film captures the vibrant, defiant beauty of queer expression flourishing in unexpected places
Ratings
TMDB10/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Teri UnderhillDirector
- Teri UnderhillWriter
Cast
- Alexandra St JamesAlexandra St James
- Kilda MannKilda Mann
- Amanita QuirlAmanita Quirl
- Lolita CabronLolita Cabron
- Jim B GarstJim B Garst
Themes
iowalgbtshort filmlgbt activismqueer codeddrag queens