THE OBSERVER
"Documentary of the week and one that deserves awards."
THE TELEGRAPH, AUGUST 2015 BY ANITA SINGH
"5 stars, *****"
"It could have been bleak, but this accomplished debut from first-time director Marcus Plowright, narrated by Ian McKellen, was everything a good documentary should be: powerful, often moving and expertly injecting the subject matter with a hefty dose of humour."
"Too many documentaries are of the point and sneer variety – Channel 4 being one of the worst offenders with shows such as Benefits Street. This commendable film did the opposite, and it sparkled."
THE INDEPEDENT, AUGUST 2015 BY AMY BURNS
"A touching insight into the life of Britain's first Muslim Drag Queen."
"The show made headlines even before it was broadcast, with those taking part being offered police protection amid fears about how the Muslim community would react.
And it's this reaction that was at the heart of what proved to be a hopeful – yet heartbreaking – introduction to a group of people who are desperately trying to live their lives within two communities that are completely at odds with one another.
THE GUARDIAN, AUGUST 2015
"Everyone who participated should be credited with bravery."
"Channel 4's controversial documentary about Muslim Drag Queens drew more than 1 million viewers on Monday night."
"The 60-minute documentary, which was narrated by Sir Ian McKellen, drew an average audience of 1.1 million viewers and a 6.9% share of all TV viewing between 10pm and 11pm."