10s Across the Borders
An energetic and intimate portrait of Southeast Asia’s queer ballroom scene, where three trailblazers build community and resistance.
10s Across The Borders follows Teddy, Sun and Xyza, key figures in the underground ballroom scenes of Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. In societies where queer identities are often marginalised, they create spaces of belonging, expression and chosen family. Their personal stories of discrimination and resilience intertwine with their efforts to build a thriving community across borders.
Filmed over seven years, Sze-Wei Chan’s collaborative documentary connects the roots of ballroom culture in New York with its vibrant presence in Southeast Asia. The result is a powerful celebration of identity, creativity and resistance, brought to life through dance and performance.
Introduction in collaboration with Pride Maastricht
The film will be preceded by a short introduction in collaboration with Pride Maastricht. AYO (they/them) is a shapeshifting multidisciplinary artist and land steward from Lagos, Nigeria. Their work is informed by their Yoruba and Igbo heritage and their belief that art making is a ritual which becomes more powerful in community. AYO is currently a community organizer for Black Pride NL. The intro will be in English.