Saintmaking (2021)
The canonisation of Derek Jarman by queer 'nuns'
This year marks the 30th anniversary of film-maker Derek Jarman’s canonisation by an activist group of gay male 'nuns' known as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. At the time in 1991, Derek Jarman was the most prominent person in the UK living openly with HIV. He was outspoken, radical and unapologetically queer.
Director: Marco Alessi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 23 min
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Cast
- Paul Hilton - Derek Jarman
- Henry Felix - Sister Fridge
- Willy Hudson - Sister Belladonna
- Pete MacHale - Sister Jack Off
- Jack Mosedale - Mother Mandragora
- Jack Sears - Sister Gloria
Music: Tom Foskett-Barnes
Cinematography: Stephen James Dunn
Editing: Paweł Achtelik
Production: The Guardian
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Marco Alessi
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Saintmaking about?
- This year marks the 30th anniversary of film-maker Derek Jarman’s canonisation by an activist group of gay male 'nuns' known as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. At the time in 1991, Derek Jarman was the most prominent person in the UK living openly with HIV. He was outspoken, radical and unapologetically queer.
- Who directed Saintmaking?
- Saintmaking was directed by Marco Alessi.
- Who stars in Saintmaking?
- Saintmaking stars Paul Hilton, Henry Felix, Willy Hudson, Pete MacHale, Jack Mosedale, Jack Sears.
- How long is Saintmaking?
- Saintmaking has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).
- What genre is Saintmaking?
- Saintmaking is a Documentary film.
- Where was Saintmaking produced?
- Saintmaking was produced in United Kingdom.