If you accept it for what it is, you will love it. This WILL be a cult classic.It's a fun, enjoyable and touching story about a young gay man who runs away from home.He starts out as a petty thief and meets a guy he likes who then introduces him to the ballroom scene. The story of his "house mother" is also told as she struggles to survive with a lover who is incarcerated. We also explore the lines between masculinity and femininity, as well as the creativity and competition that goes into the dazzling costumes of the ballroom scene.Lady Gaga has nothing on the blood and sweat that goes into these expressions of society's rejected souls.One of the highlights is at the bowling alley, where you will feel empowered to knock down the pins of life.The music is wonderful and while some are fun and light, as the film closes, I dare you to not be touched during the very telling exposition of the consequences of homophobia in the black community.

I have had this movie for some time, but never really paid attention to it, pushing it back on my viewing list. I finally watched it last night. My spouse and I were overwhelmingly impressed with the acting, the singing, and the costumes. Being an indie film, we were not anticipating such a production, because it was gay themed it made it more incredible. Being white gay men, it was certainly an incredible experience and pleasure to see a number of black actors getting parts. This is one movie I will watch multiple times.

I'm a middle-aged housewife and know little about the world depicted in this film, but still found this one of best musicals I've seen in the last 10 years. Well-written songs, fabulous dance numbers, and good acting--what more could you want? The music is so infectious I'm hoping to find the soundtrack to purchase. Put your prejudice aside and try watching it. I dare you not to get up and dance! Not sure what the previous reviewer's agenda is but, this is a musical! No one would ever have assumed that Oklahoma, Chicago, or West Side Story was trying to portray everyone who lived in those places or during those times. Lighten up or don't watch musicals.

I wouldn't have the amazing background knowledge of cinesnatch (and that review is fantastic by the way) but on a more simple level this movie should be watched by young LGBT people and older ones struggling with being LGBT.It's an inspiring movie that explores many of the issues encountered by being LGBT.It's outrageous, it's fun, it's tragic and sad, and it's a celebration of life and living.Highly recommended for watching with friends or at your favourite LGBT club or gay bar.