The world’s first animated drag musical fantasy features the voices of Jinkx Monsoon, BenDeLaCreme, Monét X Change and Rosé…
By Paul Hutnick
Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero is the world’s first animated feature centred on a drag queen superhero. The film follows Simon, a shy, gay barista who stumbles on a magical wig that transforms him into the fearless and fabulous Maxxie LaWow.
“Simon’s journey is about learning to believe in yourself,” says Anthony Hand, the film’s out director and creator. “His transformation into Maxxie represents that pivotal moment we all experience – when we stop waiting for permission and start embracing who we truly are. Given the current political and social challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community, the film’s message of self-empowerment is more relevant than ever.”
As Maxxie, Simon must harness his newfound power, defend his community and take on the villainous Dyna Bolical – a ruthless yet glamorous drag scientist with a sinister plan. Determined to reclaim her family’s fortune at any cost, Dyna concocts a devious scheme involving an unusual beauty secret: drag queen tears! With the stakes higher than ever, Maxxie must rise to the challenge.
No drag-themed adventure would be complete without a show-stopping lip-sync battle. Drawing inspiration from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero delivers a gravity-defying aerial showdown filled with clack fans, makeup powder attacks and high-flying choreography. “We collaborated with a choreographer who has staged performances for drag royalty like Bob the Drag Queen and Bianca Del Rio,” Hand explains. “The result is a lip-sync duel that’s pure, campy magic.”
Some of today’s most famous drag queen personalities from RuPaul’s Drag Race lend their voices to the film, including Jinkx Monsoon, BenDeLaCreme, Monét X Change and Rosé.
Music plays a key role, too, with four standout original pop tracks that drive the story forward. Grammy-nominated vocalist Angie Fisher delivers powerhouse performances on tracks like “Bye Girl Bye,” an anthem of self-empowerment, and “Shero,” a high-energy opening number celebrating individuality.
Beneath the wigs and witty banter, Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero carries a powerful message about self-acceptance and the strength of chosen family.
“Maxxie LaWow is a love letter to the queer community – joyful, empowering and utterly fabulous,” says Rich Wolff, CEO of Breaking Glass Pictures, the film’s distributor. “We can’t wait for audiences to experience the magic.”
As the first animated feature to spotlight a drag queen superhero, the film marks a milestone in LGBTQ+ representation. “At a time when LGBTQ+ voices are being challenged, we need stories that celebrate our resilience, our joy and our magic,” Hand affirms. “Maxxie isn’t just a hero – she’s a reminder that we all have the power to shine.”
For more information, visit www.maxxie.com.
PAUL HUTNICK was born and raised in Chicago but now calls sunny Miami home. His entertainment stories have appeared all over the globe in publications including Metrosource Magazine, Hotspots Magazine, Bent Magazine and Out Traveler.
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