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Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl (2023): Cast & Ratings

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl (2023) movie poster

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl is a 2023 documentary directed by Zackary Drucker, starring Paris Hilton, Perez Hilton and Nicole Richie. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes. Critics gave it 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10.

IMDb rating
4.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Echo Score
38
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Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 26m (86 min)
Director
Zackary Drucker
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
Hulu
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl About?

The premise of Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl without spoilers.

During the 1980s in New York City, an anonymous blogger began documenting the lives of Manhattan’s elite, quickly revolutionizing the city’s social scene. The blog’s immense popularity fueled speculation about the creator’s identity, which remained a closely guarded secret. As the site gained prominence, the mystery deepened, leading to heightened anticipation for the reveal—a moment that ultimately shattered assumptions and exposed the surprising individual responsible for the online sensation.

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Themes & Keywords

· 36 tags
  • height
  • heiress
  • blog
  • hulu
  • entertainment documentary
  • 2000s
  • elite
  • girl
  • celebrity
  • female celebrity
  • wealth and privilege
  • wealthy american
+24 more
  • wealthy socialite
  • reference to the it girl
  • publicist
  • reference to high society
  • reference to paris hilton
  • paparazzi
  • celebrity documentary
  • social documentary
  • united states of america
  • new york
  • reference to gawker
  • society debutante
  • gossip
  • reference to the hamptons
  • gossip columnist
  • reference to new york times magazine
  • reference to the new york times magazine
  • 2010s
  • reference to reality tv
  • reference to a reality tv star
  • delusion
  • delusional man
  • american culture
  • early internet
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Cast & crew

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Cast

Paris Hilton leads the cast, with Perez Hilton and Nicole Richie. Directed by Zackary Drucker; 10 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Zackary Drucker

More films directed by Zackary Drucker, best-rated first: The Stroll, Enigma and Mother Comes to Venus.

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Ratings

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 4.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in story & flow (30).

38 /100

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Echo Score Breakdown

The documentary struggles with cohesion and focus, resulting in a fragmented viewing experience that diminishes its overall impact. Critics note a compelling finale and a resonant point of view, yet both professional and user feedback repeatedly highlight disjointed storytelling, uneven structure, and an unclear central thesis. These contradictions leave the film feeling like two disparate pieces stitched together, limiting its appeal beyond niche audiences interested in the era’s socialite culture.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 40

    In terms of direction and editing, the film exhibits uneven craftsmanship that hampers its narrative flow. Users repeatedly cite poor editing, lack of structure, and non‑existent directing, while a few critics acknowledge a “sleight of hand” that adds occasional visual punch. The disparity between these observations suggests the technical execution is inconsistent, offering moments of intrigue amid generally lackluster execution.

  • Character & Emotion 45

    When it comes to character depth, the documentary presents a mixed portrait of its subjects. Critics praise Rose’s story for opening discussions on identity and emotional resonance, yet many viewers find her portrayal confusing and unconvincing, describing her as delusional and pitiable. The limited development of supporting figures like Tinsley further reduces emotional investment, resulting in a partially engaging but overall uneven character experience.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The story suffers from a lack of coherent focus, with the film attempting to cover both the It‑Girl era and a personal transition narrative. Critics mention a “bait‑and‑switch” and an imbalance between celebrity coverage and the blogger’s tale, while users overwhelmingly describe the plot as disjointed, unfocused, and essentially two documentaries in one. This structural weakness undermines narrative clarity and audience engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Sensory elements such as soundtrack and visual style receive limited commentary, but the few positive notes from critics suggest occasional effective use of visual motifs. User reviews do not address sound or aesthetic directly, implying a neutral impact. Consequently, the sensory experience can be considered adequate, providing occasional moments of cohesion without standing out as a defining strength.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Rewatch value appears low, as many viewers label the documentary a waste of time and criticize its repetitive, confusing structure. While a handful of critics find the finale satisfying and note that the film may appeal to those fascinated by the era, the prevailing sentiment is that the film lacks lasting appeal, reducing the likelihood of repeat viewings.

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Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl.

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Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl Also Known As

17 alternative titles, including “Királynőcsinálók” and “クイーンメーカー セレブとメディアのポップな関係”.

Also known as
  • Királynőcsinálók
  • クイーンメーカー セレブとメディアのポップな関係
  • Queenmaker: Criando uma It Girl
  • 女王创造者:美国拜金潮
  • Queenmaker : le blogueur de New-York
  • Queenmaker: Creando una It Girl
  • Queenmaker: Vzestup "It Girl"
  • 女王創造者:美國拜金潮
  • Queenmaker: Δημιουργώντας It Girls
  • Queenmaker: Creando IT Girls
  • Queenmaker : le blogueur de New York
  • 퀸메이커: 잇걸의 탄생
+5 more
  • Queenmaker: Przez blogi do gwiazd
  • Queenmaker: O blogger de Nova Iorque
  • Queenmaker: Cum ajungi o fată de succes
  • Queenmaker: Ako stvoriť IT girl
  • לייצר מלכות: איך מייצרים איט גירל

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FAQ

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl?

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

When was Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl released?

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl was released on May 17, 2023.

Who directed Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl?

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl was directed by Zackary Drucker.

More films by Zackary Drucker

Who is in the cast of Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl?

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl stars Paris Hilton, Perez Hilton and Nicole Richie, among 10 credited actors.

How is Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl rated?

Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl has 4.4/10 on IMDb, 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 44% on TMDB.

Does Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl have a post-credit scene?

No. Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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