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You Can Call Me Mommy
Indie Nile
Jennifer Hopelezz is one of Amsterdam’s most iconic drag queens and the proud mother of House of Hopelezz, a collective of flamboyant and creative drag artists whose personalities are as colorful as their mommy issues. You Can Call Me Mommy is a documentary, told from the perspective of one of Jennifer’s "drag daughters," exploring themes of chosen families and the many ways someone can be, and nurture, a mother.Indie Nile is an award-winning theater maker and filmmaker from Amsterdam. Known as a "drag therapist," Indie uses the art of drag in his storytelling. He was recently nominated for the prestigious Podiumprijs. Before diving into theater and drag, Indie trained as a filmmaker and screenwriter, winning several awards for his documentary work.
Read moreThe Amarte Foundation was founded by a number of individuals and their families who share a deep love for the arts. They wish to support the development of creatives and talent in arts and culture by providing financial means and where possible coaching, knowledge and experience. Artists who are active in the cultural sectors of the Netherlands or the ABC and SSS islands (the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands) can apply to Amarte for the support of projects in the field of theatre, film, music, visual arts and literature, as well as interdisciplinary projects.