Ian Fleishman

Ian Fleishman, inaugural Chair of Cinema & Media Studies at the University of Pennsylvania and author of Flamboyant Fictions, delves into the fascinating concept of 'failed passing.' He discusses its relevance in queer theory and how it reflects the complexities of identity and representation. With references to literary giants like André Gide and Jean Genet, Fleishman highlights the dual nature of flamboyance in both visibility and concealment. He argues that embracing failed passing challenges normative frameworks, enriching our understanding of mutable identities.