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The Life and Death of Anna Lysis
Anna Lysis is a celebrated drag queen and singer. Over the course of one night, she encounters various older men, all of whom desire and harass her with their lustful looks, comments, and gestures. In the end, all of these encounters culminate in an act of violence that raises questions about trauma, oppression, and identity.
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Anna Lysis is a celebrated drag queen and singer. Over the course of one night, she encounters various older men, all of whom desire and harass her with their lustful looks, comments, and gestures. In the end, all of these encounters culminate in an act of violence that raises questions about trauma, oppression, and identity.
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