Queens of The Dead
October 30, 2025
7:45pm | SIFF Film Center
Presented by Grand Illusion Cinema
Tina Romero’s directorial debut is a riotous blend of horror and comedy, infused with queer sensibilities and sharp social commentary. With standout performances from Katy O’Brian, Jaquel Spivey, and Margaret Cho, Queens of The Dead delivers a fresh take on the zombie genre, celebrating community and transformation amidst the chaos.
SIFF year-round passes and vouchers are not valid for this screening.
On the night of a colossal warehouse drag show in Brooklyn, a zombie apocalypse erupts, transforming the venue into a battlefield. A diverse group of drag queens, club kids, and frenemies must set aside their personal dramas and unite to combat the brain-hungry undead. As the night unfolds, they discover that survival requires more than just flamboyance—it demands resilience, unity, and a touch of glitter.
"It is legitimately exciting that there is another Romero picking up the torch of horror film... Not only is [Queens of The Dead] an unabashed zombie film, it also nods to her father’s films and legacy, along with plenty of other pop culture ephemera." — Deirdre Crimmins, Rue Morgue
- Director: Tina Romero
- Principal Cast: Katy O'Brian, Riki Lindhome, Jack Haven, Jaquel Spivey, Margaret Cho
- Country: USA
- Year: 2025
- Running Time: 99 min.
- Language: English