Paris Is Burning (1990) -

A highly stylized form of dance that originated in the balls as a way to "throw shade" or settle rivalries through performance.

Participants belong to "Houses" (e.g., House of LaBeija, House of Xtravaganza) led by "Mothers" or "Fathers" who provide emotional and sometimes financial support to youth often rejected by their biological families. Paris Is Burning (1990)

A subculture where participants compete in "balls" for trophies in various categories, such as "Executive Realness" or "Town and Country". A highly stylized form of dance that originated