A random collection of films authored by or about my transgender, intersex sisters, and gender-nonconforming persons all over the world. I watched some of them, and I was inspired by some of them. I met some of the authors and heroines, some of them are my best friends, and I had the pleasure and honor of interviewing some of them. If you know of any transgender documentary that I have not covered yet, please let me know.
Director: Jonathan C. Hyde
Release Year: 2021
Synopsis:
"Always Jane is the upcoming four-part coming-of-age docuseries, an intimate and unguarded look at transgender teenager Jane Noury and her family as she prepares to leave home for college. Navigating deeply personal and challenging issues, the Noury family’s uplifting humor and kindness is always present, revealing the transformative power of acceptance, support, and love."
Always Jane, directed by Jonathan C. Hyde, is a poignant documentary that follows the life of Jane Noury, a transgender teenager navigating the complexities of adolescence, identity, and family dynamics. Set against the backdrop of suburban New Jersey, the film provides an intimate look at Jane's journey toward self-discovery and acceptance, highlighting the challenges faced by transgender youth and the unwavering support from loved ones. Through a combination of personal storytelling and candid moments, Always Jane invites viewers to explore the intricacies of gender identity and the power of familial love.
2021,
English,
Jane Noury,
Director: Paola Revenioti
Release Year: 2021
Original title: Oi pikrodafnes
Synopsis:
Paola Revenioti, Eva Koumarianou, and Betty Vakalidou, now in their 60s, have known each other for more than forty years. They started making their living early in their youth as sex workers in Athens, Greece. In the documentary, they revisit all the different places in the city where they used to work, socialize, get harassed or arrested by the police, fight for their rights, have fun and find love. Their unapologetic, humorous, and empowering discussion gives rise to the discussion about the history of transgender women in Greece.
In the vibrant tapestry of modern Greek culture, few narratives shine as brightly or as unapologetically as that of Paola Revenioti and her lifelong friends, Eva Koumarianou and Betty Vakalidou. Their journey, immortalized in the documentary Oi Pikrodafnes, transcends the mere recounting of personal history; it serves as a poignant exploration of identity, resilience, and the ever-evolving fight for rights within the backdrop of Athens, Greece. As they navigate the streets that were once their workplaces, battlegrounds, and sanctuaries, they offer viewers an unfiltered glimpse into the lives of sex workers, particularly transgender women, in a society marked by both love and stigma.
2021,
Betty Vakalidou,
Eva Koumarianou,
Greek,
Paola Revenioti,
