“BeBe’s life is an inspiration to many queer youth, especially those in Africa. It is a message of hope, telling us to not only dream, but to work for it. It is a lesson on how to get back on your feet and come back stronger every time.”
AfroQueer host Selly Thiam sits down with BeBe to explore his childhood in Cameroon, becoming the first RuPaul’s Drag Race champion, and the film BEING BEBE.
“…a breath of fresh air.”
“Being BeBe is full of heart, soul and wit — much like the subject herself — and provides a fascinating glimpse behind the curtain…a joy-filled, life-affirming must-watch.”
Malika Lee Whitney invites Director Emily Branham to her arts show to discuss “effervescent,” “big and bubbly” new film, Being BeBe.
Gadi Elkon catches up with director Emily Branham in Wichita ahead of BEING BEBE’s Closing Night Gala screening at Tallgrass Film Festival.
“A telling human rights portrait about the ongoing fight for LGBTQ rights worldwide…Benet’s celebration of Blackness and Africanness were always part of her drag—they’re just especially compelling with a feature doc treatment.”
“Independent film critic Nick Kochi recommends the final film of the event, Being BeBe…It’s an intimate, contemplative film that is also a really powerful testament to art and the value of art and how art can express oneself,” Kouhi said.
Hosts chat with Being BeBe’s Director, Emily Branham, fellow Tallgrass filmmaker Mye Hoang, and Tallgrass Film Festival Executive Director Melanie Addington.
“…the movie’s sweetest moments are Marshall’s interactions with his family, including three sisters and a younger brother. Their warmth and solidarity provide a contrast to talk of the ongoing taboo of homosexuality in many African cultures.”