Us, Naked: Trixie & Monkey

About This Movie

Us, Naked: Trixie & Monkey is this quirky blend of comedy and documentary that captures the raw energy of two performers chasing their dreams. The atmosphere feels very DIY, with Trixie and Monkey's journey from Baltimore to New England infused with this palpable sense of ambition and creative struggle. Their acrobatics and trapeze sequences are impressive—not overly polished, but there's a charm to the practical effects that gives it a realness. The pacing is a bit erratic, mirroring their chaotic lives, but it draws you in. The performances are genuine, with both leading ladies bringing their own eccentricities to the stage. It’s all about the journey, the ups and downs of performance art, and that drive to innovate, which makes it stand out in an indie film landscape that often feels too polished.

DIY aesthetic throughout the filmFocus on the struggle of performance artInteresting mix of humor and reality