Directed by Stephen Winter (USA, 1996, 83 min.).

An underground band of HIV-positive, queer, urban, genderqueer, activists of color is making headlines in New York City. In an effort to expose political corruption surrounding the AIDS epidemic, these urban guerrillas stage a series of surprise attacks against conservative politicians whom they believe are collecting secret lists of HIV-positive individuals. The masterminds include diva Max Mo-Freak; his determined sister, Jamela; sex-crazed Larva; junkie songstress Lady Marmalade; and Sam, an idealistic young militant (and Max Mo’s lover). Caught up in extreme activism and self-destructive drug and alcohol binges, the group becomes torn by infighting and begins to lose sight of their mission and loyalty to each other. Will they find the peace and justice they seek?

Somewhere between fantasy, tragedy, and comedy, the award-winning Chocolate Babies is a roller-coaster ride that has been provoking laughter and dialogue since its premiere in 1997.

Copresented with Wicked Queer.

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