CHRISSY JUDY (2022)

Todd Flaherty (@toddflaherty) and Wyatt Fenner (@wyattfenner) star as drag performing besties in Flaherty’s 2022 film CHRISSY JUDY.

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CHRISSY JUDY is writer/director/star Todd Flaherty’s luminous comedy-drama about two New York drag queens, Judy (Flaherty) and his ride or die, Chrissy (Fenner).

When Chrissy drops a bombshell that he is moving to Philadelphia to live with his boyfriend Shawn (Kiyon Spencer), Judy’s world—along with his sense of security—falls apart. Judy’s solo show is unsuccessful and his hookups with Marcus (Joey Taranto) causes him personal and professional problems. Things come to a head when Judy has an unpleasant visit with Chrissy in Philly.

Judy is a handful, and Flaherty plays up his self-destructive nature, which can be off-putting. But the film turns a corner as Judy makes a fresh start, taking a job in Provincetown and experiencing some personal growth. Gorgeously lensed in black and white, and featuring songs and performances that comment on Judy’s emotions, CHRISSY JUDY is an astute examination of codependent queer friendships.

CHRISSY JUDY is streaming on Tubi and Dekkoo (Canada/USA) – it’s also available for rent/purchase through AppleTV, Amazon and YouTube.

CHRISSY JUDY

2022. USA.

Director: Todd Flaherty

Screenplay: Todd Flaherty

Starring: Todd Flaherty, Wyatt Fenner, Joey Taranto, Kiyon Spencer, James Tison, Nicole Spiezio, João Pedro Santos and Olivia Oguma