Boy George Movies

When East Village theater Renaissance man Charles Busch's sexually salacious Vampire Lesbians of Sodom first premiered on the New York stage in 1984, few would have suspected that the cross-dressing slice of kitsch theater would eventually be honored as one of the longest-running shows in off-Broadway history. A runaway hit with the underground art community that quickly found its way to the mainstream, Vampire Lesbians of Sodom defied convention to become one of the hottest tickets in town, and eventually served to launch the career of a man known best for being a woman. Devastated by the death of his mother at a young age, Charles Busch escaped into the world of classic film before being spirited away from the suburbs by his caring aunt and encouraged to explore his creativity in Manhattan. Though originally rejected by a variety of directors who dismissed him as either "too odd," or "too gay," Busch eventually decided to take control of his destiny by writing his own plays and became one of the most celebrated figures in New York theater. From Busch's early success with the Theater-in-Limbo to his later success in film with Psycho Beach Party and Die Mommie Die, the remarkable story of the self-made theater phenomenon is explored in this documentary from filmmakers John Catania and Charles D. Ignacio. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Pierre's the photographer, Gilles is the painter. This video follows the pair of French artists for one year as they team to concoct their patented bizarre and beautiful imaginary world in pictures, often conflating gay, Hollywood, and religious iconography. They've attracted as models such international celebrities and stars as Michael Jackson, Nina Hagen, Madonna, Boy George, Mark Almond, Catherine Deneuve, Rupert Everett, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and Prince. Some critics dismiss their work as simply kitsch, while some of the world's top art galleries have held shows celebrating the duo's work. The program is in French and English, with English subtitles where necessary. ~ Steve Blackburn, All Movie Guide

The Hare Krishnas are one of the most colorful and recognizable religious orders in the world. But to the average person, their actual beliefs are still an enigma. This video aims to shed light on the basic tenets of the religion, and to trace its historical and cultural origins. Archival film footage and photographs, diaries, and personal accounts of past and present members reveal much about the movement's humanitarian activities, as well as its highly publicized scandals. Former Beatle George Harrison and Boy George are among the celebrities who provide inside information about the Hare Krishna organization. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This musical performance video features Hall and Oates, along with former Temptations, Ruffin and Kendrick, as they appear on stage at the Apollo's grand re-opening. ~ All Movie Guide