SFDFF is proud to co-present the world premiere of WICKET at the world’s largest and longest-running LGBTQ+ film festival, Frameline. An energizing portrait of San Francisco’s legendary Bboy Wicket, WICKET chronicles his rise to fame, and his struggle with loneliness, isolation, and ultimate decision to come out of the closet — no matter the cost.
“WICKET”
Friday, June 27: Roxie Theater, San Francisco
5:45 PM: Buy Tickets
ABOUT THE FILM
“WICKET” (USA, 75 min)
Directed by Lily Plotkin
San Francisco’s legendary Bboy Wicket, internationally renowned for power moves and flawless footwork, changed the game in the heydays of hip-hop, redefining what it meant to be the best in breakdancing. From his days with the SF Renegade Rockers crew, to learning East Coast style with Flomaster of Rock Steady, to merging his power and style into something show-stopping and unprecedented, Wicket seemed to be it all and have it all. But the closeted gay man behind the persona, Gabriel Jaochico, wondered, “Did being the best protect me? I don’t think it did. The more popular I got, the more I had to hide.”
Bursting with mesmerizing footage of ‘90s dance battles and intimate interviews with Wicket, Flomaster, and other iconic Bboys and Bgirls, WICKET offers an earnest and joyful story of the transformative power of art, and the power of living as your whole self.
EXPECTED GUESTS:
Lily Plotkin – Director
Bboy Wicket – Participant
Ryland Hormel – Producer
ABOUT FRAMELINE
The world is watching — in theaters throughout San Francisco and Oakland. Running June 18–28, Frameline49 is showcasing 11 days of world-renowned queer films, singular performances, and must-attend parties. When you show up for queer and trans stories on screen, you’re showing up for the LGBTQ+ community’s past, present, and future.
Discover more at frameline.org.
