Sean DeLear, a vibrant and charismatic figure, emerged as a cultural icon after the posthumous publication of their teenage diaries in 2022. The documentary "I Could Not Believe It" joyfully chronicles DeLear's journey as a young Black, queer creative finding their identity and style in the late 1970s. The film is a vibrant and propulsive portrait of DeLear, sketched by writer-director Markus Zizenbacher in a celebratory but clear-eyed style.
The Life of Sean DeLear
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Sean DeLear was a prominent figure in LA's underground music and art scenes, making a lasting impression before his passing in 2017.
