INTO THE BLOO
A FILM BY AUSTIN NUNES
BRIEF SYNOPSIS
Into The Bloo is a music documentary short film that captures drag musician; Lagoona Bloo (David Brumfield) as they prepare for a show and tell us their story of loss and triumph in the intimate confines of their dressing room.
The untimely deaths of both David’s parents become a precursor for their onstage persona, and a liberation from a traumatic past.
A raw storytelling approach features poignant childhood footage that leaves no stone unturned, a tell-all, sugar free interview, and glossy live performance sequences.15 minutes doesn’t seem like enough.
DIRECTOR STATEMENT
Into The Bloo is a passion project between two friends who found an opportunity to tell a story together that was free from corporate branding, another doom scroll post, and whatever happens to be trending. I first was inspired to follow David’s life more closely when I learned that he had an opportunity to play his largest audience to date. I thought it would be appropriate to capture rehearsals, interviews, costume fittings, etc, and edit a ‘making of’ revolving around the show. However, upon sitting down for the makeup mirror interview that is the foundation of Into the Bloo, Lagoona (David) revealed to me how the untimely death of both their parents were so intricately connected to their path of self-discovery and contributed to the performer his audience was about to see. I knew I had in my hands a story that needed to be told. In the months that followed, David’s family unearthed over 50 hours of childhood footage that became cited sources of David’s traumatic past. The documentary itself has been a pillar of David’s healing, as it presents his story in an incredibly honest, revealing and moving moment in his life. The film is inspired by Madonna's "Truth or Dare", Kylie Minogue's "Infinite Disco" and Jennie Livingston’s "Paris is Burning".
THE STORY
THEIR BACKSTORY
We delve into the history of David's childhood in Louisiana, where he grew up in a Mexican-American household. Within this backdrop, David's mother subjected him to emotional abuse, criticizing his weight and sexuality. Meanwhile, his father grappled with Bipolar Schizophrenia, and David often found himself caught in the crosshairs of his father's delusions. Despite the challenges, music became the glue that held their family together.
THEIR TALENT
We witness the blossoming of David's undeniable musical talent. Gifted with a captivating voice, he performed throughout his childhood and pursued studies in musical theater at Northwestern State University. However, it was in New York City that he discovered the transformative art of drag. Through the creation of his alter ego, Lagoona Bloo, David was able to carve out a strong and respected career as a drag queen, captivating audiences with his mesmerizing performances.
THEIR OBSTACLES
We go on to unearth the deep-seated obstacles that David had to confront as a result of his emotionally scarring and traumatic upbringing. Struggling with body image, grappling with his sexuality, and navigating the complexities of his relationships with his parents, and himself. David's journey was marked by pain and resilience. The narrative takes a poignant turn as we learn about the tragic deaths of both of his parents, further shaping his path of self-discovery and healing.
THEIR RESOLVE
In the final stage of this story arc, we witness David's transformation as he finds peace and forgiveness for both of his parents. With their passing, David was finally able to embark on the path to become the person he was destined to be. Through Lagoona, he appeared on America’s Got Talent and The Voice. He shared stages with pop acts such as Kim Petras, Aqua and Vincint, and drag legend Alaska. He appeared in commercials for Uber and Beats alongside icons like Serena Williams and Nicki Minaj. He even originated a role in Drag: The Musical, appearing on the original studio soundtrack.
Music saved David, and now he shares his remarkable gift of song with anyone who finds inspiration in his powerful story.
THE PERFORMANCE
FRONT ROW SEAT
Intertwined with the story Lagoona gives us performances that connect her original music to her experiences. Viewers are transported to the front row, immersing themselves in the power and vulnerability of the artist as they pour their hearts out on stage.
Are you ready to step "Into the Bloo"?
"Into the Bloo," is an unreleased film that offers an extraordinary glimpse into the transformative journey of Lagoona Bloo. Available as a standalone film or as part of a potential series, this captivating production invites viewers to experience the raw emotion, electrifying performances, and profound storytelling of David Brumfield's drag alter ego.
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