Can't Stop media announces the international launch of “The Queer Explorer," a new exclusive 4-hour docuseries.“We were amazed to discover this truly unique project," Matthieu Porte, Can't Stop media’s cofounder, said. "Nicky’s curiosity, empathy and ease to connect with people from such diverse cultures make him a very strong ambassador to the queer communities. The show is an outstanding journey for a global audience eager to discover fascinating characters from the four corners of the world.”
Produced by Effervescence “The Queer Explorer” was commissioned by France Télévisions and started airing in primetime on France 5 today, Tuesday, 29 August. The title follows its host, Nicky Doll, who was first introduced to a global audience as part of the cast of US “RuPaul's Drag Race” and now a judge and host of “Drag Race France”, as she embarks on a global journey to discover a variety of ways to express oneself as a man, woman... and way beyond!.
“Nicky Doll and director Maxime Donzel have travelled to every corner of the world to shoot this 4-part series and it is now time for it to travel! From the very beginning, we have crafted “The Queer Explorer” for a global audience," Simone Harari Baulieu, Effervescence’s CEO and owner, said. "We trust in the talent of CAN’T STOP media to bring the first ever travelling show hosted by a drag queen to the international market and make it a success!”
In the show’s first season, Nicky visits India, Greece, Mexico, and Japan and introduces viewers to a range of individuals who defy social norms and embrace their true selves. From the ancestral Hijras community, recognized as a third gender in India, to Luchadoras female wrestlers in Mexico or the Rainbow Pride in Tokyo, she witnesses the power of self-expression and diversity on an itinerary to embrace a world that is more vibrant, colorful and accepting than imagined.
“Having made this series was already a journey," Nicky Doll said. "Every day, on my social networks, my followers ask me if they will be able to watch the series in their own country. Making this important project of love accessible to everyone would mean the absolute world to me.”