Lima Is Burning


Lima Is Burning is a 2023 Peruvian documentary film written, co-produced and directed by Alberto Castro. It follows the personal and professional lives of a group of Peruvian drag queens in a still very conservative country. It is the third film of Castro's documentary trilogy about LGBTIQ+ in Peru following Drag Invasion and Salir del clóset.

Synopsis

Fifteen drag artists face a still very conservative Peruvian society, in heels, with bright dresses and well-placed wigs. These multicolored, radiant and multi-talented characters defend the freedom to be oneself, express oneself and dress freely, while along the way they reveal family fissures, unconditional friendships and dreams in the making.

Cast

The documentary features the testimonies of:

Release

It had its world premiere on November 15, 2023, at the 9th University of Lima Film Week, then was commercially released on May 30, 2024, in Peruvian theaters.