The Big Johnson

Name: The Big Johnson
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-02-20
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Rating: 6
Cast: Lady Bunny, Taylor Mac, Mario Diaz, Kevin Aviance, Heather Litteer

The wild life and mysterious death of drag nightlife legend Dean Johnson

The Big Johnson (2025)

Timing: 1:35 (95 min)

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Lola Rock'N'Rolla

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Lady Bunny, Taylor Mac, Mario Diaz, Kevin Aviance, Heather Litteer, Beth Johnson, Jackie Beat, Sherry Vine, Michael Musto, Penny Arcade
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The Big Johnson is a documentary that examines the life and death of Dean Johnson, a prominent figure in New York City known as a rock star, drag queen, and LGBTQI activist. The film looks at his transition from a celebrated public persona to an anonymous individual who died in Washington, D.C. It explores the extremes of his personal history and investigates the unclear circumstances surrounding his premature passing, questioning whether it was an accident or a crime.

Directed and written by Lola Rock'N'Rolla, the film was produced by Funtown Pictures in the United States. It features appearances from individuals reflecting on Johnson's impact, including Lady Bunny, Taylor Mac, Mario Diaz, Kevin Aviance, Heather Litteer, and Beth Johnson. Released on February 20, 2025, the production has a runtime of 95 minutes.