“..It’s a tongue-in-cheek exultation of vanity and excess tha finds expression in the silly finale- where pastel croco-handbags become lethal weapons and a hair-curler can be an instrument of torture. However the film’s serious plea for tolerance of alternative lifestyles is more memorable because it is sugar-coated in tomfoolery and jest.”- Maggie Lee , Hollywood Reporter
Official Selection Hong Kong International Film Festival 2011
MADAME X
D. Lucky Kuswandi
2010 / Indonesia / 100min
Indonesian, English, Dutch Dialogue with English Sub.
When Capital City is threatened by a hostile take over by Mr. Storm, his three wives and political party of tyrannical homophobes, it is up to Adam, a cross-dressing hairstylist to save the world.
With the power that lies in his make up bag and styling kit, plus a fabulous combination of martial arts and dance, Adam must bring down Mr. Storm in style before he wins the election. Will stilettos turn into loafers, glitter turn into dust, patent leather turn into cotton? Adam must fulfill his destiny to become
MadameX.
It will be a hell of a ride!
Preceded by
I’m In The Mood For Love
D. Jason Karman
2010 / Canada / 7min
English
A sweetly romantic young man tries to win his ex back through song.
