Drag moves to the silver screen in Stop! That! Train!
The stars of Adam Shankman's outrageous comedy Stop! That! Train! spill the tea.
Ginger Minj and Jujubee, stars of the comedy film Stop! That! Train!, have been close friends for 11 years. The film tells the story of Tess and DeeDee, two employees of the Stank Rail who sneak onto the Glamazonian Express to find better jobs. They must navigate various challenges, including a stormaganza and the snooty first-class attendant Amber, played by Brooke Lyn Hytes.
Director Adam Shankman tasked Ginger and Jujubee with playing the straight men, anchoring the film's outrageous mishaps. Ginger appreciated the challenge of being the antithesis of the outrageous cast, while Jujubee praised Shankman for his attention to movement behind the scenes.
The film features a sweet romance between DeeDee and the train conductor Cal, played by Brian Jordan Alvarez. Despite their size difference, Jujubee enjoyed appearing in the background as a smaller version of herself. The real love story, however, is the friendship between Tess and DeeDee, which is undeniable and explosive.
Canadian Drag Race host Brooke Lyn Hytes, who plays Amber, embraced the antagonist role and praised the collaborative environment on set. She highlighted the importance of trust and letting go of control over her look, as drag queens are accustomed to doing. The film also showcases the power of RuPaul's Drag Race in changing popular culture and providing hope for young queer individuals.
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