The Aggressives


1h 15m 2005

Brief Synopsis

Features intimate interviews with six lesbians in New York City who define themselves as "Aggressives," describing their daily lives and highlighting their participation in the underground lesbian "ball" scene (the female counterpart to "Paris Is Burning"). These women search for some degree of masc

Film Details

Also Known As
Aggressives
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2005
Distribution Company
Seventh Art Releasing

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 15m

Synopsis

Features intimate interviews with six lesbians in New York City who define themselves as "Aggressives," describing their daily lives and highlighting their participation in the underground lesbian "ball" scene (the female counterpart to "Paris Is Burning"). These women search for some degree of masculinity but do not aspire to be men. Nor are they "drag kings." Instead, they have found an unexplored niche in society's gender tapestry.

Film Details

Also Known As
Aggressives
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2005
Distribution Company
Seventh Art Releasing

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 15m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Fall October 7, 2005

Released in United States Fall October 7, 2005