Top 20 movies like T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness: Queer Blues Divas of the 1920s

T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness: Queer Blues Divas of the 1920s

The 1920s saw a revolution in technology, the advent of the recording industry, that created the first class of African-American women to sing their way to fame and fortune. Blues divas such as Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey, and Alberta Hunter created and promoted a working-class vision of blues life that provided an alternative to the Victorian gentility of middle-class manners. In their lives and music, blues women presented themselves as strong, independent women who lived hard lives and were unapologetic about their unconventional choices in clothes, recreational activities, and bed partners. Blues singers disseminated a Black feminism that celebrated emotional resilience and sexual pleasure, no matter the source.

T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness: Queer Blues Divas of the 1920s is of 0 hour(s) and 29 minute(s). It is Produced By:  Shoga Films. It was released on 2013-01-27.

Genres: MusicDocumentary

1. Can't You Hear the Wind Howl? The Life & Music of Robert Johnson

Can't You Hear the Wind Howl? The Life & Music of Robert Johnson

An in-depth, award-winning documentary on the life and music of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. Mixing rare photographs, exclusive interviews, and dramatic re-creations, it presents a compelling portrait of this enigmatic figure.

It has an average vote of 8.8 on TMDB.

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2. Little Lady Fauntleroy

Little Lady Fauntleroy

Former child prodigy James Harries and his family may at first sight seem to be a houseful of geniuses, but although every single member has a Ph.D. in Metaphysics, we soon discover that some were purchased from a fake university in the USA, while the others were awarded to them by themselves. They regard themselves as morally, intellectually, and financially superior to the rest of society, even though the clan includes a convicted arsonist, an astral projectionist, a former Bunny Girl, a part-time private detective and a transgender daughter , all of whom seem to live their lives in a parallel universe.

It has an average vote of 9 on TMDB.

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3. Panoramic Images of a Loving Home

Panoramic Images of a Loving Home

A documentary short created by Olivia Lancaster while moving into a new home, 08/31/23.

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4. The Edge of Each Other's Battles: The Vision of Audre Lorde

The Edge of Each Other's Battles: The Vision of Audre Lorde

A tribute to legendary black lesbian feminist poet Audre Lorde, one of the most celebrated icons of feminism's second wave.

It has an average vote of 1 on TMDB.

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5. Gemmel & Tim

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In 2017 and 2019, Gemmel “Juelz” Moore and Timothy “Tim” Dean , two gay black men, died of a meth overdose at the West Hollywood apartment of white businessman, activist & political donor Ed Buck . The parallel stories of these two men, are intimately told by the friends who loved them, grieve their loss, and who hope to protect others from similarly tragic fates.

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6. I Am A Men's Rights Activist

I Am A Men's Rights Activist

Journalist Alvaro Alvarez travels with former porn-star and men’s rights activist Philipp Tanzer to a Conference on Men’s Issues, shedding light on the controversial movement.

It has an average vote of 5.5 on TMDB.

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7. Fabulous (Maravilhosa)

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A glance at the queer universe throughout vogue battles, an emerging street subculture in which gay, transgender and other LGBTQ people take the lead. The film sheds light on the movement and on the expressiveness of the bodies, while stepping into the space of dance – from the backstage to the stage –, exalting diversity and the LgBT culture.

It has an average vote of 9.5 on TMDB.

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8. Elles livrent bataille: Nos seins, nos armes (Elles livrent bataille: Nos seins, nos armes)

Elles livrent bataille: Nos seins, nos armes

"They fight: Our breasts, our weapons" - Born in Ukraine in 2008 in the wake of the "Orange Revolution", the feminist movement Femen fights for democracy, freedom of the press, women's rights, and against corruption, prostitution, sexism, racism, poverty and religions. Her activists quickly caught the attention of the media by shocking actions carried bare toes, the body covered with slogans. In 2012, at the creation of Femen France, Caroline Fourest followed their actions. They notably affirmed their support for "Marriage for All" by protesting on November 18, 2012, during the demonstration organized by the Civitas Institute against the bill, provoking sharp clashes.</p><p> An episode from "Infrarouge XXL".

It has an average vote of 4.5 on TMDB.

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9. FEMEN: Exposed (FEMEN: Exposed)

FEMEN: Exposed

They are FEMEN and their decision to fight for feminism topless has made them famous far beyond their native Ukraine. After being forced to move their HQ in Kiev, FEMEN take their struggle to Paris, France where they continue to challenge gender inequality, patriarchal institutions, religion and the sex industry. This report is produced by RT - former Russia Today - send a clear message how Kremlin view this type of activity.

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10. Billy Elliot

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County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upon a ballet class and finds out that he's naturally talented. He practices with his teacher Mrs. Wilkinson for an upcoming audition in Newcastle-upon Tyne for the royal Ballet school in London.

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11. Caras e Bocas (Caras e Bocas)

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A documentary about the marginalisation of the LGBTQIA+ cultural and artistic scene in Salvador.

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12. Selbe: One Among Many (Selbé et tant d'autres)

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This revealing documentary offers a rare view of daily life in West Africa. Shot in Senegal, Selbe focuses on the social role and economic responsibility of women in African society. Because men often leave their communities to earn money in the city, women are left with sole responsibility for their families. Through the character of Selbe we observe how one woman's personal struggle reflects the broader issues faced by many women in developing countries.

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13. Tesito (Tesito)

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In 1989, this film was part of the PAMEZ project in Senegal which was part of the sea program of the CCFD, Catholic Committee against Hunger and for Development. It presents the economic and social role of women in the Casamance region for the development of fishing. These women who process and market fish, who are responsible for management, have a voice and express their opinion.

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14. Womanhouse

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Held in 1972 at 533 N. Mariposa Street, Los Angeles was one of the most important cultural events in the United States: "Womanhouse," a feminist art installation and performance space organized by Judy Chicago and Miriam Schapiro.

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15. A Female Body (Um Corpo Feminino)

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When we give something a name, does it lose or make sense? A female body proposes an apparently simple game - it asks women from diverse generations the definition of something that in theory unifies them. Part of a transmedia project, the film is the main entrance to a narrative that has many points of view and no right answer.

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16. Travessias (Travessias)

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A love letter that unites Brazil and Cuba. In the film Travessias, the director goes on a long journey seeking to understand the feelings and transformations of a person who is close to her. On this path of doubts and concerns, she meets Justin, a trans man who will help her on this journey. With a poetic and self-referential look, the director invites us to rethink our own prejudices and limits in relation to the others.

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17. Alfredo Doesn't Like Goodbyes (Alfredo Não Gosta de Despedidas)

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Based on family interviews and records of his trajectory, the director André Medeiros Martins performs an analysis of his mother's life history while documenting his own journey through self-knowledge. André is an artist obsessed with sex and who tries to find the reasons for these obsessions in stories about his late mother. From the exhibition of his works and reports from family members, he creates this auto-fictional documentary.

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18. Fun Home

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Based on the musical and Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir, "Fun Home" concerns Bechdel's discovery of her own sexuality, her relationship with her gay father, and her attempts to unlock the mysteries surrounding his life.

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19. Velvet Goldmine

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Almost a decade has elapsed since glam-rock superstar Brian Slade escaped the spotlight of the London scene. Now, investigative journalist Arthur Stuart is on assignment to uncover the truth behind the enigmatic Slade. Stuart, himself forged by the music of the 1970s, explores the larger-than-life stars who were once his idols and what has become of them since the turn of the new decade.

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20. Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody

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The joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, the greatest female R&B pop vocalist of all time. Tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom.

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