FAQsWho is Sandie Crisp, also known as Goddess Bunny?
Sandie Crisp, known as Goddess Bunny, was a disabled, intersex icon of Los Angeles' underground art, punk, and performance scene. She became a muse to generations of artists and a fixture of the West Hollywood avant-garde, celebrated for presenting herself with complete glamour despite having a body many people weren't used to seeing.
Was Goddess Bunny transgender?
Sandie is often described as transgender, but she was intersex.
What was Sandie Crisp's disability?
Sandie spoke openly about her disability throughout her life. In her own words: "I've been a miracle since birth. I used to be paralyzed from the neck down. I wasn't supposed to live three days past my birth." She contracted polio and had many complications from this that impacted how she developed.
What was Sandie Crisp like?
Sandie was known for her heart, courage, and humor as much as her glamour. Her crude, charming spirit drew people to her and surrounded her with love. In her own words: "Us women who have a mental capacity of caring are going to take over and men are going to shut the f*ck up and learn that compassion that is better than a bully."
How did filmmaker Matthew Patrick meet Sandie Crisp?
Matthew Patrick, a filmmaker and photographer, met Sandie at a Los Angeles theater where she was performing. He began photographing her, then filming her, and what started as documentation grew into a decades-long friendship. Over the years, the two came to think of each other as family, with Matthew as her protective older brother and Sandie as his fiercely independent little sister.
What is Goddess Bunny Superstar about?
Goddess Bunny Superstar is a feature documentary following more than three decades of Sandie Crisp's life, filmed by Matthew Patrick starting in 1991. It's a wild, emotional portrait of a life lived without apology, and, in the filmmaker's words, “a love letter to the outsiders, the queer kids, the artists, and the disabled community”.
When will Goddess Bunny Superstar be released?
The film is currently in post-production. There's no confirmed release date yet, but screening and distribution details will be posted here and shared on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok as soon as they're set.
Where can I watch Goddess Bunny Superstar?
Goddess Bunny Superstar isn't streaming yet. Once distribution is confirmed, viewing details will be announced through the website and the film's social channels. Join the mailing list on the homepage so you don't miss it.