Teaches Of Peaches

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Artist and musician Peaches is a feminist icon leaving an indelible mark on popular culture as proven by this blend of archival gems, interviews, and riveting tour footage.

Filmed during "The Teaches of Peaches Anniversary Tour" in 2022, this documentary weaves together exclusive archival and dynamic tour footage capturing the transformative journey of Canadian Merrill Nisker into the internationally acclaimed cultural powerhouse Peaches. From the inception of the stage show to the rigorous rehearsals and riveting performances, the film provides an intimate look at the inner workings of a tour led by this beloved and globally celebrated icon. As a feminist musician, producer, director, and performance artist, Peaches has spent over two decades challenging gender stereotypes, solidifying her status alongside pop and music industry icons. Through biting wit, she advocates for LGBTQIA+ rights and tackles issues of gender and sexual identity, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture.

OFFICIAL SELECTION
Berlin International Film Festival 2024
CPH:DOX, Sound & Vision 2024
Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival 2024
HotDocs 2024

DIRECTOR'S BIO
Austrian director, screenwriter and producer Philipp Fussenegger gained recognition from the German Film Academy in 2016 with the FIRST STEPS Award for HENRY. His documentary debut, I AM THE TIGRESS (2021) explores the fascinating life of bodybuilder Tischa 'The Tigress' Thomas. Since 2022, he has been shaping the SexTech scene as the founder of “Cybrothel Berlin”, engaging in a visionary discourse and opening up new realms between humans and machines. Fussenegger is currently working on his documentary about KitKatClub, LIFE IS A CIRCUS, offering insights into the vibrant nightlife of Berlin. TEACHES OF PEACHES is his second feature-length documentary.

DIRECTOR'S BIO
Judy Landkammer studied Multimedia Art in Salzburg, Austria. She has been a film and video editor since 2014. Landkammer's first medium-length film HENRY won the First Steps award in 2016. Her first feature-length film THE MISANDRISTS premiered at the 2017 Berlin International Film Festival. Her 2018 film BESTER MANN received the jury prize at the Max Ophuls Film Festival. I AM THE TIGRESS celebrated its world premiere at the Max Ophuls Film Festival in 2021. TEACHES OF PEACHES is the first project that she also co-directed.