The Watermelon Woman

Our look at the New Queer Cinema continues with the first feature directed by an out Black lesbian, Cheryl Dunye's The Watermelon Woman! Join in as we discuss our favorite mockumentaries, the film's semiprofessional cast, its discussion of interracial relationships, and that incredible Camille Paglia scene. Plus: Why didn't Dunye use actual period photos? What exactly is Diana (Guinevere Turner) doing with her life? And how did this movie cause yet more conflict for the National Endowment for the Arts? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: Smallfoot (2018) and Abominable (2019) ---------------------------------------------------------Key sources and links for this episode:"The Watermelon Woman at 25" (BFI)"Slice of Life: The Watermelon Woman Refreshes" (Boston Phoenix)"The NEA Gets Gay-Bashed" (The Advocate)"Cheryl Dunye's Alternative Histories" (Interview Magazine)"The Radical Classic that's Finally Coming to the Criterion Collection" (Slate)"The Real History of Rent" (OUT Magazine)