The Floating Man (2023)
This intimate documentary unpacks Michael V. Smith's journey as a self-described sissy with a body he found humiliating as he developed his art to become a radical drag performer and genderqueer artist. A unique blend of DIY documentary, road trip, performance art, and videopoem, this amusing self-portrait sources Smith's provocative art practice to examine a lifetime of untrue stories about his body. One featured project includes Smith on a road trip on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, searching for famed Canadian singer Joni Mitchell, while dressed as Peanut the Clown.
Director: Michael V. Smith
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 77 min
Release Date: September 26, 2023
Cast
- Michael V. Smith - Self
- John Greyson - Self
Screenplay
Editing: Sarah Hedar
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Floating Man about?
- This intimate documentary unpacks Michael V. Smith's journey as a self-described sissy with a body he found humiliating as he developed his art to become a radical drag performer and genderqueer artist. A unique blend of DIY documentary, road trip, performance art, and videopoem, this amusing self-portrait sources Smith's provocative art practice to examine a lifetime of untrue stories about his body. One featured project includes Smith on a road trip on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, searching for famed Canadian singer Joni Mitchell, while dressed as Peanut the Clown.
- Who directed The Floating Man?
- The Floating Man was directed by Michael V. Smith.
- Who stars in The Floating Man?
- The Floating Man stars Michael V. Smith, John Greyson.
- How long is The Floating Man?
- The Floating Man has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
- What genre is The Floating Man?
- The Floating Man is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Floating Man produced?
- The Floating Man was produced in Canada.