Signature Film, FocusTalk & Cultureclubbing
with Jay Miniano, also known as Pinay Colada (Dragqueen, Make-up Artist)
Screening CHOSEN FAMILY, in cooperation with the Studierendenwerk. Register here.
Following the film screening, we will be speaking with Jay Miniano, also known as Pinay Colada (drag queen, makeup artist), in the FokusTalk.
In cooperation with Studierendenwerk
CHOSEN FAMILY
Belgien 2025 – Director: Elisa Vdk – Original language: French – Subtitles: English – Length: 84 min.
Four drag artists in Brussels find themselves at a turning point. As their performances draw increasing attention, pressure and exhaustion also increase. But they find solace in their chosen family. An intimate look at art, identity, and the bonds of a self-chosen community. E.W.
With age rating: 12 (Reasoning based on content: Nudity)
We recommend this film for teens aged 14 years and over.
Biography
Élisa Vdk is a queer, feminist video artist from Brussels who has produced numerous projects within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Filmography
LES NOUVELLES GUÉRILLÈRES, 2021, BE, 68 min
English/Original Title: FAMILLE CHOISIE. Writer: Elisa VDK. Camera: Elisa VDK, Diana VOS, Camille SULTAN, Maxime LAHOUSSE. Sound: Edith HERREGODS, Yann-Elie GORANS, Diana DOLCE, Barbara JUNIOT, Salomé RENAUD. Editing: Sébastien CALVEZ. Music: Baxter HALTER et Anastasia TONKHA. Production: Rayuela Productions. Producer: Laurence Buelens.
