Angel Ho

Short
African
SA Premiere

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Director(s):

Allison Swank

Country:

South Africa

Year:

2021

Running Time:

9 min

Language(s):

English

With an exciting and accelerated editing style and a kaleidoscope of images, Angel Ho manages to capture the spirit of its subject in the sound and visuals of the film. The film looks at the work and life of Angel Ho, driven by their personal reflections as they discuss topics of international queer communities, mental illness and self expression. The film contends with the nuances of drag culture and transgender identity, challenging normative notions that exist within the queer community surrounding who can participate in the artform. With interludes by Angel’s mother speaking about their childhood and younger self, the film’s psychedelic images embody Angels exciting and extraordinary manner of thinking and personality. The film’s maximalist look demands attention, accompanying a figure who’s magnetism and warmth is entirely unique.