Portrait of Jason

Directed by Shirley Clarke

Black gay prostitute Jason Holliday is rigorously interviewed on his story and character, revealing nuanced truths about life and art.
Portrait of Jason is a landmark documentary built almost entirely around one extraordinary night with performer Jason Holliday. Shirley Clarke allows him to joke, perform, contradict himself and gradually unravel, creating one of the most complex portraits of a Black gay man ever filmed.

Portrait of Jason

Directed by Shirley Clarke

Black gay prostitute Jason Holliday is rigorously interviewed on his story and character, revealing nuanced truths about life and art.

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Portrait of Jason is a landmark documentary built almost entirely around one extraordinary night with performer Jason Holliday. Shirley Clarke allows him to joke, perform, contradict himself and gradually unravel, creating one of the most complex portraits of a Black gay man ever filmed.