Too Something
Eric and Donny are roommates working in an investment firm so they can do the things they love: Eric wants to be a writer, while Donny’s a budding photographer.
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Plot Summary
Three drag queens, Vida Boheme, Noxeema Jackson, and Chi-Chi Rodriguez, embark on a road trip across America to attend the National Drag Queen of the Year Pageant in Hollywood. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when their car breaks down in the small, conservative town of Snydersville, where they unexpectedly bring color, acceptance, and a bit of fabulous chaos.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Patrick Swayze and Wesley Snipes, and the film's heartwarming message of tolerance and self-acceptance. However, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the humor to be uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its vibrant performances and positive message of acceptance.
- Noted for its campy humor and exploration of drag culture.
- Some found the storyline to be formulaic and predictable.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's humor, the chemistry between the main cast, and its themes of friendship and embracing individuality. Many found it to be an entertaining and feel-good movie.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for one Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song ('To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar').
Fun Fact
The film's title is a direct reference to a scene in the 1994 film 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,' where a character, Vida Boheme, receives a postcard signed by Julie Newmar with the same inscription.
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