The documentary explores the life of Sean DeLear, born Anthony Robertson, who was the lead singer of the underground band Glue in Los Angeles during the 1980s and 90s. Known for performing in drag, DeLear faced the music industry's challenges while expressing his proud, joyful identity as a gay man. His untimely death from cancer in 2017 led to posthumous efforts for recognition, including the publication of his teenage diary. Through interviews and personal insights, DeLear's legacy as a cultural figure in punk and drag is lovingly captured.
DeLear, the lead singer of the underground band Glue in Los Angeles, expertly embodied punk as a queer black artist in the 80s, despite never landing a major deal.
This documentary chronicles Sean DeLear's life, showcasing his unapologetic queerness, deep artistic spirit, and the obstacles he faced, including racial and artistic suppression.
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