Funeral Parade of Roses (1969)

Funeral Parade of Roses 1969 / 薔薇の葬列 1969 / Bara no Soretsu

It takes a look at Japanese gay culture in the 60’s Tokyo and is unrelenting in its depiction. Using styles borrowed from documentaries and avant-garde experiments alike, this certainly isn’t one to miss. The plot is simple enough, revolving around a group of transvestites. On its own, the premise is interesting, intriguing, and captivating, especially due to its setting in the 1960s. (Source: ANIME impulse)