IT’S DOROTHY!

Come to the mythical land of Oz!

Prior to this screening, author Simone Atangana Bekono will give a special introduction.

Tying into the enormously popular movie adaptations of Wicked, this documentary tells the story of Dorothy Gale's journey, which began in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz 125 years ago.

Legendary actresses like Judy Garland, and more recent Dorothys like Ashanti en Shanice Shantay, have all worn the Ruby Slippers and explain what the role has meant for them and how it has impacted their lives.

As well, it shows how, through numerous adventures and reimaginings since the character’s first appearance, Dorothy has evolved into a queer cultural icon.

It’s Dorothy! celebrates Dorothy’s magic and legacy - a joy to behold.

Co-presenter:

Simone Atangana Bekono (1991, Dongen) is a writer of prose and poetry.
For her poetry collections and novel she has received several awards,
including the Jan Campert Prize, the Charlotte Köhler Stipendium,
the Anton Wachter Prize, and the Best Book for Young People award,
and she has been nominated for the Libris Literature Prize and the Bronzen Uil.
Since 2022, Bekono has been an Honorary Fellow at the University of Amsterdam (UvA),
where she works with students to explore how intimacy is created between
characters who must continually renegotiate their social and cultural positions.

There is no offical trailer yet, but we have some short clips for you: