To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
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To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar

Three drag queens travel cross-country until their car breaks down, leaving them stranded in a small town.

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In To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar (1995), Noxeema Jackson and Vida Boheme, two drag queens from New York City, win a local pageant and are granted airfare to compete in the prestigious Drag Queen of America pageant in Hollywood, California. Noxeema dreams of becoming the next Dorothy Dandridge, an influential black actress who broke stereotypes by refusing to play servant roles.

Meanwhile, Vida's upbringing in an upscale Pennsylvania suburb shines through her elegant and refined style. Another contestant, Chi-Chi Rodriguez, is a straightforward and inexperienced drag queen, hailing from New York as well.

As the trio embarks on their journey to Hollywood, their plans take an unexpected turn when their car breaks down in a small town. Stranded, they encounter the town's residents and learn valuable lessons about acceptance, friendship, and love. They use their drag queen identities to inspire the townsfolk and challenge societal norms.

To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar is a heartwarming and comedic film that explores themes of self-expression, gender identity, and finding one's true self. With stellar performances and a delightful mix of humor and sincerity, the movie encourages viewers to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate diversity.

Also Known As:

To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar

Release Date:

08 Sep 1995

Writers:

Douglas Carter Beane

Awards:

3 nominations

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