The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994)★ 7.9/10
- Comedy
- Music
Directed by: Stephan Elliott
Written by: Stephan Elliott
Two drag performers and a transgender woman travel across the desert to perform their unique style of cabaret.
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Awards · 3 wins, 6 nominations
See all ›- WinnerBAFTA Awards 1995BAFTA Film Award · Best Costume Design
- WinnerBAFTA Awards 1995BAFTA Film Award · Best Make Up/Hair
- WinnerAcademy Awards, USA 1995Oscar · Best Costume Design
- NomineeGolden Globes, USA 1995Golden Globe · Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
- NomineeGolden Globes, USA 1995Golden Globe · Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
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Nancy_GilesSeptember 22, 2025
Nancy_GilesSeptember 22, 2025A truly remarkable film, it portrays three drag performers in 1994 with tenderness and vitality. They are outsiders, yet they are fearless. They are fragile, yet they find strength in one another. The world they inhabit can be unkind, but they choose to embrace their differences and move forward with courage. Watching them, I couldn’t help but hope to find that same bravery within myself.
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Will_LeblancSeptember 22, 2025
Will_LeblancSeptember 22, 2025The film goes beyond showcasing drag culture, music, and flamboyant costumes; it’s about identity, resilience, and self-expression. Beneath its humor and visual vibrancy lies a deeply human story, supported by exceptional performances, striking cinematography, and bold costume design.
