I Am Divine (DVD)

Documentary about American actor, singer and drag performer Harris Glenn Milstead aka 'Divine' directed by Jeffrey Schwarz. Gaining fame and notoriety through his involvement with the John Waters 'Dreamlanders' acting troupe in the late-1960s and 1970s, Divine went on to become a cult figure within the LGBT community. The film includes movie excerpts and footage of Divine's television appearances as well as rare home movies recorded by his friends and family. Schwarz also interviews some of those who worked alongside him before his death in 1988 including Mink Stole and Ricki Lake.