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Deep Dive: Divine Waters (2021)

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Divine Waters
Divine Waters is a documentary film that focuses on the careers of John Waters and Divine, two influential figures in the trash film genre. The film features interviews with Waters' family members, including his father John Waters Sr. and sister Trish Waters, providing personal insights into his life and work. Additionally, the documentary includes performances by actress Edith Massey, who sings two songs, and a live performance by Divine of his song 'Born to Be Cheap'. The film was directed by Vito Zagarrio and was released in 2021, although it was shot in 1981. With a runtime of 110 minutes, it presents a detailed look at the creative partnership between Waters and Divine, highlighting their impact on film and culture.

Why Watch

  • See Divine's live performance of 'Born to Be Cheap'.
  • Meet John Waters' family and hear their stories.
  • Watch Edith Massey sing 'Punks, Get off the Grass'.

Did You Know

Divine Waters was shot in 1981 but released in 2021.
Edith Massey performs two songs in the documentary.
Divine performs 'Born to Be Cheap' live in the film.

Perfect For

Fans of John WatersDivine enthusiastsTrash film aficionados