It’s Dorothy! is a dazzling and deeply queer celebration of one of pop culture’s most enduring heroines. From Judy Garland’s landmark portrayal to the countless reinventions that followed across film, stage, and television, Dorothy Gale has long stood as a symbol of resilience, belonging, and hope for those who feel like outsiders.

Director Jeffrey McHale crafts a mesmerizing documentary that mixes archival footage with insight from a remarkable roster of voices. Former Dorothys like Fairuza Balk and Ashanti join cultural icons including John Waters, Lena Waithe, Amber Ruffin, Rufus Wainwright, and Margaret Cho to explore how Dorothy—and Garland herself—became touchstones for the LGBTQ+ community. Critics and filmmakers alike illuminate the parallels between Garland’s struggles and triumphs and Dorothy’s own story of endurance, discovery, and compassion. Together, they reveal how the character’s legacy has shaped generations and continues to inspire.

Thoughtful, celebratory, and unapologetically queer, It’s Dorothy! shows us why we still find ourselves over the rainbow.