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Like a Lady: The Fakaleitis of Tonga

Country: USA, Language: English, 14 mins

  • Director: Brian Favorite
  • Producer: Brian Favorite

CGiii Comment

Even on one of the remotest islands in the world...there's a drag queen pageant!

It's not the greatest film ever made - it's certainly one of the most endearing.


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The(ir) Blurb...

LIKE A LADY: THE FAKALEITIS OF TONGA is the journey of a gay Peace Corps volunteer adjusting to 'how to be gay in Tonga' with the help of his friends, the Fakaleitis. Meet Mergina, Joey, 'Epi Pola, Hapakoki and Brian the Peace Corps volunteer.