Still from Hunky Jesus: a group of people in bright pink, pale and black costumes and dramatic make-up pose together on the steps of a stone church.

Hunky Jesus

85

Minutes

Directed by:

Jennifer M. Kroot

Starring:

George Takei Sister Roma Honey Mahogany

Synopsis

Everyone’s welcome to join San Francisco’s annual Hunky Jesus drag competition. The only rule: Don’t assume ownership over Christ. Since 1979, legendary drag activists Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence have been countered rising evangelical conservatism in San Francisco. Celebrating community, joy, and artistic expression, their unique social justice movement is a living and breathing part of the city. Tracing their history all the way back to the front lines of the AIDS crisis, this documentary celebrates the group and their Easter tradition, while also challenging ideas of religious representation, and what it truly means to embody Christian values.

We are delighted to welcome Sister Ann Ticipation for a Q&A following the screening on Monday 26 October. 

Still from Hunky Jesus: a behind-the-scenes view of a person in a floral outfit seated in front of an altar lit in purple, with a camera monitor in the foreground.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a person with long pale pink hair, a floral dress and purple gloves sits in a chair in a church, with film equipment and cables around.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a shirtless man with long hair stretches his arms out among people in colourful wigs and costumes, one holding a microphone, at an outdoor event.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a group of people in bright pink, pale and black costumes and dramatic make-up pose together on the steps of a stone church.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a shirtless man stands on a tall wooden post with one arm raised against a blue sky, while people in bright costumes gather around.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a performer in white face paint, a black-and-white patterned costume and red and purple headwear leans back with arms outstretched in front of a building.
Still from Hunky Jesus: a person in white face make-up and a feathered turquoise collar rests their chin on their hand, wearing a colourful jacket.