Female Trouble: A Queer Cinema Catchup & Queen Coke Francis Review

In this week's Queer Cinema Catchup, Queen Coke Francis joins Joe and Allison to discuss John Waters' cult classic Female Trouble. Together they explore the themes of fame, vanity, and societal rejection through the lens of the film's outrageous protagonist Dawn Davenport, played by the legendary Divine. They also delve into Waters' influence on queer cinema and broader film history, as well as the cultural significance of his unique filmmaking style.

00:03 Introducing Queen Coke Francis

00:35 Discussing Female Trouble as a Christmas Movie

01:47 John Waters' Filmography

02:37 The Trash Trilogy

03:18 John Waters' Unique Filmmaking Style

07:54 Diving into Drag Culture

10:59 Synopsis of Female Trouble

16:25 The Legacy of Divine

21:41 Baltimore

24:14 Budget and Filming Locations

25:17 Plot Points and Characters

26:35 Themes and Genre

30:09 Cultural Commentary

34:36 John Waters' Influence and Legacy

37:47 Personal Stories and Reflections

43:44 Conclusion and Farewell

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