Release Year: 2012
Synopsis:
In 2013, Brazilian filmmaker Karla Holanda released a powerful documentary titled Kátia, sponsored by Petrobras, a state-controlled Brazilian multinational energy corporation. The film documents the life of Kátia Tapety, a transgender woman from the small town of Colônia do Piauí, located in the northeast of Brazil.
The documentary chronicles Kátia’s extraordinary journey from her early life as a man named José to becoming a respected political figure—a groundbreaking achievement for the LGBTQ+ community in Brazil.
Kátia’s story is one of perseverance, resilience, and transformation. She not only defied societal and familial expectations but also broke barriers in Brazilian politics, becoming the first transgender woman to hold an elective office in the country. The film offers a poignant look at Kátia’s life, showcasing her personal struggles, her rise to political prominence, and her unyielding commitment to her community and her identity. In doing so, it highlights the intersections of gender, identity, and politics in contemporary Brazil.
