“Queens of Drama,” a film showcased in the Critics Weeks section, directed by Alexis Langlois, delves into the intense romance between Mimi Madamour, a rising pop idol, and queer punk icon Billie Kohler in 2005. Their passionate pursuit of fame and love leads them down a path of self-destruction amidst a backdrop of love, hatred, and the relentless pursuit of the spotlight. Representing an entire generation, they become the iconic duo known as the Queens of Drama.
The film’s sales are handled by Charades, with panelists Alexis Langlois, Louiza Aura, and Gio Ventura discussing its themes and production process. Langlois emphasized the collaborative nature of the project, highlighting the supportive atmosphere among the team, comprised mostly of queer individuals. However, Langlois also acknowledged the resistance faced within the French film industry, particularly from the film commission, towards narratives like “Queens of Drama.” Despite these challenges, Langlois remains optimistic, noting that progress is being made gradually, one film at a time.
