Fenton Bailey

The Little Pageant That Could (2024)

A documentary that chronicles the journey of L.A.'s "Best in Drag Show" to support the Alliance for Housing and Healing. The event, which started as a spur-of-the-moment spoof of Miss America thrown by a few twenty-something friends in a tiny West Hollywoo ...

Frybread Face and Me (2023)

Two adolescent Navajo cousins from different worlds bond during a summer herding sheep on their grandmother's ranch in Arizona while learning more about their family's past and themselves. ...

Yes I Am: The Ric Weiland Story (2023)

This 2024 GLAAD Media Award ​winning film explores Ric ​Weiland's journey as both a ​trailblazer in the tech world and a ​quiet, yet transformative ​philanthropist. His founding of Microsoft with Bill Gates & Paul Allen, ​generosity, and determ ...

The Bitch Who Stole Christmas (2021)

A workaholic big-city fashion journalist is sent to a Christmas-obsessed small town to dig up a story when she finds herself in the middle of cut-throat housewives, a high-stakes "Winter Ball" competition, and a sinister plot that could destroy Christmas f ...

Jimbo vs. Peas (2021)

Join Canada's Drag Race season 1 star, JIMBO, in an all-new special adventure that has him facing his biggest fear...PEAS. ...

The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2021)

From the 1960s to the 1980s, evangelist Jim Baker and his ambitious wife, Tammy Faye, rose from humble beginnings to build an empire based on big-time evangelical Christianity--only for the couple to fall from grace because of some all-too-human sins. ...

Going to Pot: The High and Low of It (2021)

Exploring the rapidly growing marijuana industry through an irreverent approach to the misconceptions and promises of the marijuana explosion. ...

Freedia Got a Gun (2020)

Devastated after learning her brother, Adam, was murdered in New Orleans, bounce legend Big Freedia decides to use her experience and platform to raise awareness about the complexity of gun violence. ...

Wojnarowicz: Fuck You Faggot Fucker (2020)

A collage-like, incisive look at the life of writer, painter and thinker David Wojnarowicz, whose powerful, unapologetic way of seeing the world gave voice to queer rights at a critical time in US history. ...

30/30 Vision: Three Decades of Strand Releasing (2019)

Over 30 filmmakers and friends of Strand Releasing have come together to honor the company's indelible contribution to independent cinema over the past thirty years. The participating filmmakers have each created a short film for the project, all shot on i ...

Liberty: Mother of Exiles (2019)

A look at the history of the Statue of Liberty and the meaning of sculptor Auguste Bartholdi's creation to people around the world. ...

Can You Keep a Secret? (2019)

Emma Corrigan, a girl with a few secrets, thinks she's about to die on a turbulent plane ride. She spills them all to the handsome stranger sitting next to her. At least, she thought he was a stranger. But then, her company's young and elusive CEO, arrives ...

Stonewall Outloud (2019)

Contemporary voices in the LGBTQ community discuss "Remembering Stonewall," the first documentary to chronicle the historic 1969 event that sparked the gay liberation movement. ...

Trixie Mattel: Moving Parts (2019)

Trixie charmed audiences and judges as winner of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. But the grind of performing and the pressure of the title proves that heavy is the head that wears the tiara. ...

RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular (2018)

In this musical extravaganza, RuPaul's Drag Race favorites like Trixie Mattel, Latrice Royale and Shangela return home for the holidays to compete for Christmas Queen. ...

When the Beat Drops (2018)

A documentary exploring the origins and evolution of bucking, as well as the life stories and struggles of various Atlanta performers. ...

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 3 Exclusive Queen Ruveal (2017)

RuPaul reveals the cast members of season three of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars in this VH1 television special, and sits down with special guest Chaka Khan ...

Menendez: Blood Brothers (2017)

Lyle and Eric Menendez were nice, educated boys from Beverly Hills, which makes the murder of their parents even more inexplicable. Never-before-seen details emerge in this investigation into their lives. ...

Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric (2017)

Katie Couric travels across the U.S. to talk with scientists, psychologists, activists, authors and families about the complex issue of gender. ...

Every Brilliant Thing (2016)

A filmed version of Jonny Donahoe's acclaimed one-man show about depression, suicide and the lengths to which people go for those they love. Poignant and humorous, it follows a young boy who attempts to ease his mother's depression by starting an enormous ...

Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures (2016)

Nude men in rubber suits, close-ups of erections, objects shoved in the most intimate of places—these are photographs taken by Robert Mapplethorpe, known by many as the most controversial photographer of the twentieth century. Openly gay, Mapplethorpe to ...

Out of Iraq: A Love Story (2016)

How far would you go to be with the love of your life? In 2003, in the midst of war, in a country where homosexuality is banned, two Iraqi men meet by chance and fall in love. Nayyef, a translator for the U.S. military, and Btoo, a soldier in the Iraqi arm ...

Dressed as a Girl (2014)

The story of East London's exciting drag scene with touching personal stories at its' heart. Individuals questioning their friendships, family and personal ambitions whilst dressing up to shock the world. ...

I Am Britney Jean (2013)

An intimate look at one of the most overexposed yet under-revealed stars of today as she faces one of her biggest challenges ever while finishing her album, shooting videos, doing press -- and being a mom. ...

In Vogue: The Editor's Eye (2012)

Documentary film takes a look at some of the world's most influential fashion images as conceived by the magazine's iconic fashion editors. ...

The Strange History of Don't Ask, Don't Tell (2011)

The strange history of the now abandoned American 1993-bill, «Don't ask, don't tell» where sexual orientation was a "non-talk" policy in the American forces, leading to 13.368 getting kicked out before 2011. ...

Becoming Chaz (2011)

Documentary following Chaz (formerly Chastity) Bono's gender transition. Includes interviews with family members and friends as the transition is followed. ...

Carrie Fisher: Wishful Drinking (2010)

"Wishful Drinking" is based on Fisher's memoirs of the same title. The stage adaptation had its world premiere in 2006 at the Geffen Playhouse in L.A. It later played at Berkeley Repertory before opening on Broadway in October at Studio 54. The show takes ...

When I Knew (2009)

Alternately candid, funny, poignant and heartbreaking, this documentary focuses on a cross-section of men and women of all ages who invoke the exact moment in their lives--whether as toddlers, grade-schoolers, teens or young adults--when they knew, once an ...

Reverend Death (2008)

Five years ago we began filming what has turned into the most extraordinary documentary. The Rev. George Exoo is a not very successful Unitarian minister from Beckley, West Virginia who has drifted into helping terminally ill people commit suicide. However ...

Heidi Fleiss: The Would-be Madam of Crystal (2008)

A look at the creation of former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss' latest venture, a Nevada-based male brothel called Heidi's Stud Farm, which caters to female clientèle. ...

Hitler: The Comedy Years (2007)

A documentary about the portrayal of Adolf Hitler in popular culture. ...

Miss Navajo (2007)

The role of women and tradition in Dine (Navajo) culture is explored through a young girl's quest for the Miss Navajo Nation crown. ...

Ted Bundy: Natural Porn Killer (2006)

Documentary about serial killer Ted Bundy. This documentary asks the question whether Bundy's obsession with pornography was the cause of his crimes. ...

Tammy Faye Death Defying (2005)

Few Americans have had lives as intense and publicized, or been as adored and sometimes reviled, as Tammy Faye Messner. Four years after the award-winning documentary THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE, we catch up with Tammy Faye as she fights the biggest battle of h ...

Inside Deep Throat (2005)

In 1972, a seemingly typical shoestring budget pornographic film was made in a Florida hotel: "Deep Throat," starring Linda Lovelace. This film would surpass the wildest expectation of everyone involved to become one of the most successful independent film ...

Linklater: St. Richard of Austin (2004)

Ben Lewis spends time with Richard Linklater, the highly-respected director of 'Slacker', 'School of Rock', and 'Before Sunset', along with some of the stars of his films. He attempts to discover how an anti-consumerist filmmaker has become a worldwide suc ...

The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality (2004)

In September 2001, respected German historian Lothar Machtan dropped a bombshell on the world of Hitler studies: Hitler was secretly homosexual. His highly acclaimed and explosive book "The Hidden Hitler" ignited a storm of controversy. With information fr ...

Shock Video 2004: Too Hot for the Box (2004)

Various clips from around the world that are typically of a sexual nature. Included: the camaraderie among the participants of a British reality TV series; a combination of bowling and strippers in Germany; the healing power of leeches in India; naked chef ...

Party Monster (2003)

The New York club scene of the 80s and 90s was a world like no other. Into this candy-colored, mirror ball playground stepped Michael Alig, a wannabe from nowhere special. Under the watchful eye of veteran club kid James St. James, Alig quickly rose to the ...

Kidneys for Jesus (2003)

The Jesus Christians are unusually committed to their faith. They give up everything they own - including, now, their spare kidneys. For a year, journalist Jon Ronson has exclusively followed the group as they attempt to donate their kidneys to strangers i ...

The Truth About Gay Sex (2002)

Part documentary, part primer, this film attempts to answer all of those burning questions... it offers sex advice, medical tips, and even some etiquette along with a rolling glossary across the bottom of the screen. ...

Monica in Black and White (2002)

Monica Lewinsky looks back on the scandal that made her a household name and nearly brought down a presidency. ...

The Double Life of Jonathan King (2002)

The full story of Jonathan King is pieced together by Jon Ronson, through interviews with his friends, the police and his victims. Taking us through his life and career, Ronson tells the story of the pop impresario who, in the 1970s and '80s, preyed upon t ...

Out of the Closet, Off the Screen: The Life of William Haines (2001)

Chronicles the life of William Haines, Hollywood's first openly gay movie star, who sacrificed his career to live openly with his lover. ...

Lesbians Go Mad In Lesbos (2001)

During Summer 2000, the mayor of the Greek island of Lesbos tried to ban 26 lesbians from arriving on a package holiday from the UK; but he ended up biting off more than he could chew. This programme follows the love, lust and laughs over the course of the ...

Shock Video 2001: A Sex Odyssey (2000)

Examination of some sexually oriented television programming from around the world, including clips from talk shows, games shows and soap operas. ...

101 Rent Boys (2000)

Paid 50 dollars for their time, 101 male prostitutes -- spanning all ages, ethnicities, and personal backgrounds -- are questioned by the filmmakers about their lives. ...

The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2000)

A documentary look, mostly through the eyes of Tammy Faye Bakker Messner, at her rise and fall as a popular televangelist with husband Jim Bakker. ...

Party Monster: The Shockumentary (1998)

Tells the story of the rise and fall of Michael Alig, a kid from Middle America who aspired to take the place of Andy Warhol. Michael quickly rose to become the biggest party promoter in New York and King of the so-called Club Kids. But after spiraling int ...

Shock Video 5: Turn-On TV '97 (1997)

Documentary showing viewers how pervasive sexually oriented programming is on foreign broadcast and cable TV, presenting outrageous clips from talk shows, game shows, cartoons and soap operas in Sweden, the Netherlands, England, Russia, Hong Kong, Thailand ...

Shantay (1997)

Supermodel/secret agent Shantay opposes the forces of darkness, and especially fashion villain Toyota Carter. ...

Drop Dead Gorgeous (A Tragicomedy): The Power of HIV Positive Thinking (1997)

HIV positive comic Steve Moore talks about his world view, his life and the disease that has become a major part of his life. ...

The Real Ellen Story (1997)

The Real Ellen Story is an in-depth documentary detailing the story behind the historic "coming-out" episode of Ellen. The program takes a unique behind-the-scenes approach in encapsulating the time-line detailing the conception of the episode, the rumours ...

Shock Video 4: Turn-On TV '96 (1996)

Documentary explores how sex has become pervasive in every genre of television. Includes clips from talk shows, soap operas, game shows and cartoons from countries around the world that have more liberal broadcast regulations than the United States. ...

Shock Video 3: Turn-On TV (1996)

Documentary examines how pervasive sex has become on international television. Clips from broadcast and cable shows in Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia are utilized in segments on talk shows, soap operas, game shows and cartoons. ...

Shock Video 2: The Show Business of Crime and Punishment (1995)

Documentary on how justice is played out on television, from hidden cameras and taped murder confessions, to crime-scene reenactments and televised trials. ...

Nelson Sullivan's World Of Wonder (1994)

Tells the story of Nelson Sullivan who was the unofficial video documentary filmmaker of the late 1980s downtown New York nightlife and LGBTQ+ community, with extensive archival segments directed by Sullivan himself. ...

RuPaul's Christmas Ball (1993)

Variety special featuring guests from the downtown New York club scene to stellar artists including Nirvana and Elton John. ...

Videos, Vigilantes and Voyeurism (1993)

The documentary examines the rising popularity of camcorders and surveillance cameras, and uses a compilation of footage to demonstrate the consequences that they have on society. ...

Shock Video (1993)

Documentary utilizing videos, archival footage and expert commentary to show how video cameras have revolutionized our society. ...

PRIDE: To Be Seen - A Soul of a Nation Presentation (2022)

It's the resilience and love that keeps this community marching to the beat of its own drum; each generation redefining what it means to be queer and to be seen. ...

Wig (2019)

Spotlighting the art of drag, and centered on the New York staple Wigstock, this documentary showcases the personalities and performances that inform the ways we understand queerness, art and identity today. ...

Away We Stay (2010)