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The Watermelon Woman
Cheryl attempts to uncover the truth about a 1930s actor dubbed ‘The Watermelon Woman’.
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Director
Cheryl Dunye
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With
Cheryl Dunye, Guinevere Turner, Valarie Walker
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USA 1996. 84min
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Digital
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Certificate
15
Acclaimed filmmaker Cheryl Dunye takes centre stage in this ode to love, community and the past, in a film that recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Touching on the complexities of interracial queer relationships, and revealing much about Dunye’s own motivations, The Watermelon Woman follows a filmmaker as she gradually uncovers the truth behind an actor whose story seems to resonate with her own life.
Please note, this is a restored version of the film which has a runtime of 84min and not 90min as per the guide.
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