The Mystery of the Pink Flamingo

Nov 20, 2020

1h 26m

★ 5.6

Overview

A square sound engineer employs unusual research efforts to reveal the secrets behind the quintessential icon of kitsch, the Pink Flamingo. His bizarre adventure will unexpectedly turn into a creative journey to self-discovery.

Genres

Documentary

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Cast

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John Waters

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Eduardo Casanova

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Allee Willis

Rigo Pex

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Sarah Midori Perry

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Jamie Bulled

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Gus Lobban

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