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Portrait of Jason

A provocative film that delves into the life of a black gay sex worker, shedding light on the complex relationships between art, identity, and personal experience.

A 12-hour interview with Aaron Payne, a former houseboy and would-be cabaret performer, shares stories and observations about being black and gay in 1960s America, while drinking, smoking cigarettes, and pot.

Watch Portrait of Jason Exclusively on The Criterion Channel

Streaming in:

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Portrait of Jason - A film by Shirley Clarke (Official Trailer)

Portrait of Jason - A film by Shirley Clarke (Official Trailer)

Info about Portrait of Jason

Studio(s): Graeme Ferguson Productions, Shirley Clarke Productions

Originally Released: United States, Sep 29, 1967

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, Biography

Portrait of Jason: Where to Watch Online in Canada?

Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Portrait of Jason" by streaming it on the following platforms: The Criterion Channel.