After two male musicians witness a mob hit, they flee the state in an all-female band disguised as women, but further complications set in.
Billy Wilder's hilarious drag comedy classic sees two male musicians (played by Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis) witness a mob hit and they flee the state in an all-female band disguised as women, but further complications set in when they meet and fall for the band's singer Sugar Cane (Marilyn Monroe).
This "Camp Cult Comedies" screening on First Street's outdoor screen is part of our Queer As Jokes strand celebrating funny queer people and the things that make our community laugh from classic sitcoms to new comedy films.
Check out the rest of the season at the festival if you want some lightness in these dark times.
Tickets:
This event is free and unticketed, all seating is on a first come first served basis so arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Please be aware this screening is outdoors with no cover so please prepare accordingly.
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Director: Billy Wilder
Screenwriters: Billy Wilder, I.A.L. Diamond, Robert Thoeren
Talent: Marilyn Monroe Tony Curtis Jack Lemmon
Country of Origin: USA
Content guidance:
Sex+ nudity: Mild
Violence + gore: Mild
Profanity: None
Alcohol, drugs and smoking: Mild
Frightening + intene scenes: Mild
Age rating: U
Release year: 1959
Accessibility: Captions (English) will be on for the duration of this screening to aid accessibility
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