

Chrysalide(2025)
A documentary that follows the story of Baptiste, a young man who, through drag, explores a new side of himself as he undergoes both a physical and emotional transformation. The art of drag becomes a means of expression, resilience, and self-affirmation. Through his perspective, the film questions the notions of identity, performance, and metamorphosis, while celebrating the liberating power of drag.
Movie: Chrysalide
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Billy Bouc

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A documentary that follows the story of Baptiste, a young man who, through drag, explores a new side of himself as he undergoes both a physical and emotional transformation. The art of drag becomes a means of expression, resilience, and self-affirmation. Through his perspective, the film questions the notions of identity, performance, and metamorphosis, while celebrating the liberating power of drag.
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2025-05-06
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