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}}'''Mister Sister''' is a 2021 Canadian-American [[Comedy |
}}'''Mister Sister''' is a 2021 Canadian-American [[Comedy drama|dramedy]] film by the filmmaker [[Mars Roberge]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=24th Annual Dances With Films Festival by Robin Menken|url=https://www.filmfestivals.com/blog/robin_menken_in_la/24th_annual_dances_with_films_festival_by_robin_menken|access-date=2021-11-25|website=www.filmfestivals.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-07-25|title=Mister Sister {{!}} Film {{!}} Winter Film Awards International Film Festival|url=https://winterfilmawards.com/film/wfa2021-mister-sister/|access-date=2021-10-24|language=en-US}}</ref> It stars Jack James Busa, Princess Diandra and Debra Haden, along with the debut acting performance by [[Jim Sclavunos]] of [[Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds]]. It was also the last film performance by [[Ari Gold (musician)|Ari Gold]] before his passing.<ref name="Grobar">{{Cite web|last=Grobar|first=Matt|date=2021-08-24|title=L.A.'s Dances With Films Unveils Lineup, Sets Paul Greengrass & Michael London As Speakers For Inaugural First Films Series|url=https://deadline.com/2021/08/dances-with-films-sets-festival-lineup-speakers-for-first-films-series-paul-greengrass-michael-london-1234821325/|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Deadline|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Plot == |
== Plot == |
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A suicidal man from Milwaukee is given a second chance at life in NYC, working as a drag MC while learning the courage from the caring LGBTQ+ community to pursue his dreams, including a relationship with a tap dancing single mom.<ref>{{Cite web|title=MISTER SISTER {{!}} Dances With Films|url=https://danceswithfilms.com/mister-sister/|access-date=2021-10-24|language=en-US}}</ref> |
A suicidal man from Milwaukee is given a second chance at life in NYC, working as a drag MC while learning the courage from the caring LGBTQ+ community to pursue his dreams, including a relationship with a tap dancing single mom.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Wild|first=Stephi|title=NYC's Winter Film Awards International Film Festival Returns For 10th Annual Celebration Of Indie Film|url=https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwtv/article/NYCs-Winter-Film-Awards-International-Film-Festival-Returns-For-10th-Annual-Celebration-Of-Indie-Film-20210801|access-date=2021-11-25|website=BroadwayWorld.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Weekend|first=No Rest for the|date=2021-08-02|title=Winter Film Awards International Film Festival Returns for 10th Annual Celebration of Indie Film…|url=https://btrproductions.medium.com/winter-film-awards-international-film-festival-returns-for-10th-annual-celebration-of-indie-film-6ab6886787d8|access-date=2021-11-25|website=Medium|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=MISTER SISTER {{!}} Dances With Films|url=https://danceswithfilms.com/mister-sister/|access-date=2021-10-24|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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''Mister Sister'' has an extensive cast with 111 roles. |
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* Jack James Busa as Jordan |
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* HRH Princess Diandra as Charmaine |
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* Debra Haden as Marie |
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* [[Jim Sclavunos]] as Sonny |
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* Gazelle Paulo as Sabrina |
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* Brandon Olson as Vera |
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* Shia Ho as Jasmine |
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* Chaka Khanvict as Chaka Khanvict |
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* Nadia Shimunova as Julie |
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* [[Michael Musto]] as Vito Leonay |
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* [[Ari Gold (musician)]] as Jackson |
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* Jeffrey Wengrofsky as Fred |
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* Scott E Myers as Greg |
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* Bryan McPherson as himself |
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* Grinell-Skot Gilmore as Earl |
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* Delicia Glam as Faith |
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* Paul Alexander as MC |
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* Brian Soigne Deluxe Wislon as himself |
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* Idar Dragen Steigedal as Gaybasher |
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* Brad Englund as Victorian Heckler |
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* Tym Moss as Tommy |
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* Tommy Z as Asian Tourist |
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* Lauren Vega as Vita Leonay |
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* Jack Shaftoe as Goon |
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* [[Lenny Dee (DJ)]] as Supportive Neighbor |
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* Jules Separovic as Supportive Neighbor |
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== Production == |
== Production == |
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=== Filming === |
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⚫ | [[Principal photography]] for ''Mister Sister'' began on 3 January 2020 in New York City under Roberge's film production company, World Domination Pictures. The entire movie was filmed over 12 days straight with the final day being the day before New York City's pandemic lockdown.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Rabinowitz|first=Chloe|title=MISTER SISTER Screens At The Winter Film Awards In NYC|url=https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/MISTER-SISTER-Screens-At-The-Winter-Film-Awards-In-NYC-20210921|access-date=2021-10-25|website=BroadwayWorld.com|language=en}}</ref> |
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''Mister Sister'' was written by Mars Roberge over the winter of 2018 as a way to get over the grief of the recent passing of his friend, [[glam rock]] singing legend [[Brett Smiley]]. During a Q & A at Winter Film Awards, Mars stated that "he [Brett Smiley] was my inspiration for making the movie because I wanted that song ["Space Ace"] in the movie so bad that I started with that song as a cover and then I worked backwards to think 'what kind of script can I do to get to that song' and that's how I made the movie."<ref>{{Cite web|title=Winter FilmAwards on Instagram: "September 30 at the 10th Annual Winter Film Awards International Film Festival @jackjamesbusa @marsroberge @mistersisternyc"|url=https://www.instagram.com/tv/CUg4U-gpp5O/|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Instagram|language=en}}</ref> Mars describes Mister Sister as the result of drawing a line down the middle between his previous productions, ''The Little House That Could'' and ''[[Scumbag (film)|Scumbag]]'', where it as the crude humour of ''Scumbag'' mixed with the loving, caring LGBTQ+ community from ''The Little House That Could''.<ref>{{Citation|title=PLANET LIZZDOM Ep. 15|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD-kye6YWxU|language=en|access-date=2021-10-25}}</ref> |
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== Release == |
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''Mister Sister'' had its world premiere as the official closing night film for the 24th [[Dances With Films]] on 12 September 2021,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mister Sister Pictures and Photos - Getty Images|url=https://www.gettyimages.in/photos/mister-sister?events=775707194&family=editorial&phrase=Mister%20Sister|access-date=2021-11-25|website=www.gettyimages.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Hipes|first=Patrick|date=2021-07-23|title=L.A.'s Dances With Films Returning With Expanded In-Person Festival; 'The Art Of Protest' Opening-Night Film|url=https://deadline.com/2021/07/dances-with-films-2021-dates-lineup-schedule-1234797760/|access-date=2021-11-25|website=Deadline|language=en-US}}</ref> held at [[TCL Chinese Theater|TCL Chinese 6 Theatres]] in Hollywood.<ref name="Grobar"/> It then had its east coast premiere as the sold-out closing night film for the 10th Winter Film Awards International Film Festival held at [[Cinema Village]] on 30 September 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-10-06|title=Mister Sister – suicidal straight guy finds love within NYC's drag community|url=https://thebuzzmag.ca/2021/10/mister-sister-suicidal-straight-guy-finds-love-within-nycs-drag-community/|access-date=2021-11-25|website=TheBUZZ Magazine|language=en-CA}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-07-29|title=Drag Queens, Chinese Food, A Nun, NYC, "Mister Sister" Film Premieres at Dances with Films Festival (dir. Mars Roberge)|url=https://worldofwonder.net/drag-queens-chinese-food-a-nun-nyc-mister-sister-film-premieres-at-dances-with-films-dir-mars-roberge/|access-date=2021-11-25|website=The WOW Report|language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Citation|title=Chat with Massively talented Mars Roberge. DJ, Artist, Screenwriter, Editor, Award winning Filmmaker| date=12 December 2021 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL2r0FesH6I|language=en|access-date=2021-12-22}}</ref> |
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The casting for ''Mister Sister'' was done by the director, Mars Roberge, starting in 2018. Several of the actors had cameo roles in his prior documentary ''The Little House That Could'' and some were from his film ''Scumbag''. The remaining cast were found by placing advertisements in ''[[Backstage (magazine)|Backstage]]'' and ''[[Craigslist]]''. The main actor, Jack James Busa, was a last second replacement, coming onto set with less than a week of prep time, including having to write and record a cover version of "Space Ace" by Brett Smiley.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mixcloud|url=https://www.mixcloud.com/sohoradio/jim-sclavunos-26072021/?fbclid=IwAR2gP8eLHAM5Lsnv0xWE07lDtTwAP1VAEzBo0ymVYxrxT9W78MRc88H8qDk|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Mixcloud}}</ref> Brandon Olson, who played Vera, was also a last second replacement. |
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''Mister Sister'' was self-funded Roberge. |
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Roberge released a music video of the song "Sad Sad Vampire" performed by Skunk in the Roses and containing footage from the film. A vinyl 12-inch single containing Rise NYC's "Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto ([[Thee Majesty]] Hip Dub Mix by [[Genesis P-Orridge|Genesis Breyer P-Orridge]])" and the b-side Binary Starr System's "What's Da T? ([[David J]]'s Dub Science Mix)" was released through World Domination Records.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Rise NYC: Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto (Remix by Genesis Breyer P-Orridge)|url=http://www.destroyexist.com/2021/08/rise-nyc-rock-n-roll-manifesto-remix-by.html|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Destroy//Exist|date=11 August 2021 }}</ref> |
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The score was written by [[Linda Lamb]] who also wrote the intro song to Roberge's prior feature, ''Scumbag''. The final song performed in the movie is a cover of Brett Smiley's "Space Ace" performed by Jack James Busa + The Pious. |
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=== Filming === |
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⚫ | [[Principal photography]] for ''Mister Sister'' began on 3 January 2020 |
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== Reception == |
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OriginalRock.net reviewed the movie, writing that "Mister Sister will relentlessly tickle your senses with laughter, tears and a whole load of street rocking drag queen chit chat. Borrow, buy or steal it, but just f*cking see it."<ref>{{Cite news|date=2021-10-06|title='MISTER SISTER' Film review. Director Mars Roberge delivers another heavenly splash of back alley Americana.|url=https://originalrock.net/2021/10/06/mister-sister-film-review-director-mars-roberge-delivers-another-heavenly-splash-of-back-alley-americana/|access-date=2021-11-25|website=OriginalRock.net|language=en-US |last1=Shankland |first1=Guy }}</ref> |
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''Mister Sister'' was edited by Roberge over the course of two months using [[Adobe Premiere Pro|Adobe Premiere CC]]. Color-correction was done at Nomad Editing Company in Santa Monica by [[Flame (software)|Flame artist]] Josh Kirschenbaum. All mixing and post sound was done at Cerebral Studios in Toronto. |
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MyIndieProductions reviewed the movie, writing that "''Mister Sister'' is simply a joy, a fun journey covering some serious issues, as well as introducing some of its audience to a world they may not otherwise be exposed to, which in my opinion is commendable."<ref>{{Cite web|last=Dina|title=Mister Sister 2020 {{!}} MyIndie Productions|date=16 August 2021 |url=https://myindieproductions.com/mister-sister-2020/|access-date=2021-11-25|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Release == |
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''Mister Sister'' had its world premiere as the official closing night film for the 24th [[Dances With Films]] on 12 September 2021, held at [[TCL Chinese Theater|TCL Chinese 6 Theatres]] in Hollywood.<ref name="Grobar"/> It then had a sold-out east coast premiere in NYC as the official closing night film for the 10th Winter Film Awards International Film Festival held at [[Cinema Village]] on 30 September 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|title=https://twitter.com/mistersisternyc/status/1442209709667225604|url=https://twitter.com/mistersisternyc/status/1442209709667225604|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Twitter|language=en}}</ref> The final public screening to date was the Canadian premiere held in Toronto at Revue Cinema on 9 October 2021. Roberge along with several cast and crew members were present for all the public screenings, engaging with the audience after the film. |
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[[Film Threat]] reviewed the movie, writing that "Although ''Mister Sister'' lags, the real stars of the show, the drag queens, do not and are head to toe amazing. They take every scene seriously, along with their hair, make-up, clothes, jewelry, and dialogue."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-09-23|title=Mister Sister|url=https://filmthreat.com/reviews/mister-sister/|access-date=2021-11-25|website=Film Threat|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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=== Awards === |
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* Best NYC Film at the Winter Film Awards International Film Festival (won)<ref name=":1" /> |
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* Best Actor at the Winter Film Awards International Film Festival (nominated, Jack James Busa)<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|date=2021-10-04|title=WFA 2021 Nominees & Winners {{!}} Winter Film Awards International Film Festival|url=https://winterfilmawards.com/2021/10/wfa-2021-nominees-winners/|access-date=2021-10-25|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== References == |
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While ''Mister Sister'' has been called "a feel good [[Comedy-drama|dramedy]]"<ref name="filmfestivals.com"/> it also deals with very serious themes: [[Drug-addiction|drug addiction]], [[prostitution]], [[suicide]], [[alcoholism]], [[transgender]] identification, [[sexism]] and [[political correctness]]. |
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== Music == |
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To help promote the release of ''Mister Sister'', a [[music video]] was released, both directed and edited by Roberge, containing footage from the film as well as the artist singing the track within the film: "Sad Sad Vampire" performed by Skunk in the Roses (aka Debra Haden<ref>{{Citation|title="Sad Sad Vampire" by Skunk in the Roses|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48fFLEqA8vs|language=en|access-date=2021-10-25}}</ref>). Plus, World Domination Pictures created World Domination Records, a vinyl record label out of Los Angeles with initial releases of Skunk in the Roses full-length debut album "Rabid Perfume" (containing the song "Sad Sad Vampire" from ''Mister Sister'') and the split 12-inch single for Rise NYC's "Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto ([[Thee Majesty]] Hip Dub Mix by [[Genesis P-Orridge|Genesis Breyer P-Orridge]])" as featured in ''Mister Sister'' with the b-side Binary Starr System's "What's Da T? ([[David J]]'s Dub Science Mix)".<ref>{{Citation|title="What's da T? (David J.'s Dub Science Remix)" by Binary Starr System|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUx8mVMQ1Rw|language=en|access-date=2021-10-25}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Rise NYC: Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto (Remix by Genesis Breyer P-Orridge)|url=http://www.destroyexist.com/2021/08/rise-nyc-rock-n-roll-manifesto-remix-by.html|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Destroy//Exist}}</ref> The score was written by [[Linda Lamb]] who also wrote the intro song to Roberge's prior feature, ''Scumbag''. The final song performed in the movie is a cover of Brett Smiley's "Space Ace" performed by Jack James Busa + The Pious. The soundtrack also contains several songs written by Mars Roberge from his various music projects.<ref name=":0" /> |
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== External links == |
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* {{IMDb title|11300696}} |
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* [https://www.mistersisternyc.com Mister Sister official website.] |
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* {{official website|https://www.mistersisternyc.com}} |
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* [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11300696 Mister Sister IMDb.] |
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== References == |
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[[Category:2021 films]] |
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[[Category:American comedy-drama films]] |
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[[Category:Canadian comedy-drama films]] |
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[[Category:English-language Canadian films]] |
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[[Category:Cross-dressing in American films]] |
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[[Category:Cross-dressing in Canadian films]] |
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[[Category:2021 LGBTQ-related films]] |
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[[Category:LGBTQ-related comedy-drama films]] |
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[[Category:2020s English-language films]] |
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Mister Sister | |
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Directed by | Mars Roberge |
Written by | Mars Roberge |
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Starring |
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Cinematography | Cody K. Stauffer |
Edited by | Mars Roberge |
Music by | Linda Lamb |
Production company | World Domination Pictures |
Distributed by | World Domination Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 108 minutes |
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Language | English |
Mister Sister is a 2021 Canadian-American dramedy film by the filmmaker Mars Roberge.[1][2] It stars Jack James Busa, Princess Diandra and Debra Haden, along with the debut acting performance by Jim Sclavunos of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. It was also the last film performance by Ari Gold before his passing.[3]
Plot
[edit]A suicidal man from Milwaukee is given a second chance at life in NYC, working as a drag MC while learning the courage from the caring LGBTQ+ community to pursue his dreams, including a relationship with a tap dancing single mom.[4][5][6]
Production
[edit]Filming
[edit]Principal photography for Mister Sister began on 3 January 2020 in New York City under Roberge's film production company, World Domination Pictures. The entire movie was filmed over 12 days straight with the final day being the day before New York City's pandemic lockdown.[7]
Release
[edit]Mister Sister had its world premiere as the official closing night film for the 24th Dances With Films on 12 September 2021,[8][9] held at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood.[3] It then had its east coast premiere as the sold-out closing night film for the 10th Winter Film Awards International Film Festival held at Cinema Village on 30 September 2021.[10][11][12]
Music
[edit]Roberge released a music video of the song "Sad Sad Vampire" performed by Skunk in the Roses and containing footage from the film. A vinyl 12-inch single containing Rise NYC's "Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto (Thee Majesty Hip Dub Mix by Genesis Breyer P-Orridge)" and the b-side Binary Starr System's "What's Da T? (David J's Dub Science Mix)" was released through World Domination Records.[13]
The score was written by Linda Lamb who also wrote the intro song to Roberge's prior feature, Scumbag. The final song performed in the movie is a cover of Brett Smiley's "Space Ace" performed by Jack James Busa + The Pious.
Reception
[edit]OriginalRock.net reviewed the movie, writing that "Mister Sister will relentlessly tickle your senses with laughter, tears and a whole load of street rocking drag queen chit chat. Borrow, buy or steal it, but just f*cking see it."[14]
MyIndieProductions reviewed the movie, writing that "Mister Sister is simply a joy, a fun journey covering some serious issues, as well as introducing some of its audience to a world they may not otherwise be exposed to, which in my opinion is commendable."[15]
Film Threat reviewed the movie, writing that "Although Mister Sister lags, the real stars of the show, the drag queens, do not and are head to toe amazing. They take every scene seriously, along with their hair, make-up, clothes, jewelry, and dialogue."[16]
Awards
[edit]- Best NYC Film at the Winter Film Awards International Film Festival (won)[17]
- Best Actor at the Winter Film Awards International Film Festival (nominated, Jack James Busa)[17]
References
[edit]- ^ "24th Annual Dances With Films Festival by Robin Menken". www.filmfestivals.com. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "Mister Sister | Film | Winter Film Awards International Film Festival". 2021-07-25. Retrieved 2021-10-24.
- ^ a b Grobar, Matt (2021-08-24). "L.A.'s Dances With Films Unveils Lineup, Sets Paul Greengrass & Michael London As Speakers For Inaugural First Films Series". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ Wild, Stephi. "NYC's Winter Film Awards International Film Festival Returns For 10th Annual Celebration Of Indie Film". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ Weekend, No Rest for the (2021-08-02). "Winter Film Awards International Film Festival Returns for 10th Annual Celebration of Indie Film…". Medium. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "MISTER SISTER | Dances With Films". Retrieved 2021-10-24.
- ^ Rabinowitz, Chloe. "MISTER SISTER Screens At The Winter Film Awards In NYC". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ "Mister Sister Pictures and Photos - Getty Images". www.gettyimages.in. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (2021-07-23). "L.A.'s Dances With Films Returning With Expanded In-Person Festival; 'The Art Of Protest' Opening-Night Film". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "Mister Sister – suicidal straight guy finds love within NYC's drag community". TheBUZZ Magazine. 2021-10-06. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "Drag Queens, Chinese Food, A Nun, NYC, "Mister Sister" Film Premieres at Dances with Films Festival (dir. Mars Roberge)". The WOW Report. 2021-07-29. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ Chat with Massively talented Mars Roberge. DJ, Artist, Screenwriter, Editor, Award winning Filmmaker, 12 December 2021, retrieved 2021-12-22
- ^ "Rise NYC: Rock 'n' Roll Manifesto (Remix by Genesis Breyer P-Orridge)". Destroy//Exist. 11 August 2021. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
- ^ Shankland, Guy (2021-10-06). "'MISTER SISTER' Film review. Director Mars Roberge delivers another heavenly splash of back alley Americana". OriginalRock.net. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ Dina (16 August 2021). "Mister Sister 2020 | MyIndie Productions". Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "Mister Sister". Film Threat. 2021-09-23. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ a b "WFA 2021 Nominees & Winners | Winter Film Awards International Film Festival". 2021-10-04. Retrieved 2021-10-25.
External links
[edit]- 2021 films
- American comedy-drama films
- Canadian comedy-drama films
- English-language Canadian films
- Cross-dressing in American films
- Cross-dressing in Canadian films
- 2021 LGBTQ-related films
- LGBTQ-related comedy-drama films
- Drag (entertainment)-related films
- 2020s English-language films
- 2020s Canadian films
- 2020s American films