Movies and TvShows featuring "transgender-rights" theme.

I Am Cait is a television docuseries that follows the life of Caitlyn Jenner, formerly known as Bruce Jenner, as she goes through her gender transition and adapts to her new life as a transgender woman. The show explores Caitlyn's personal journey, her relationships with family and friends, and her advocacy work for transgender rights.

Tina Crimson's "Scissor Bay" gets visualised through a series of nightmarish, chaotic and eerie shots that represent transgender oppression and endurance.

In a near-future Boston, an amateur stand up comedian with memory problems struggles to maintain his sobriety as he falls for his transgender best friend. After she rejects his affection, he hears of a company that can give him another chance with her. Introducing NuYou: a business that creates human clones for the modern day consumer.

Disclosure is a documentary that delves into the evolution of the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters on television, highlighting both progress and challenges faced by the community. It explores the impact of these representations on society and offers insights into the ongoing struggle for transgender rights and gender equality. Through interviews with celebrities and industry professionals, Disclosure sheds light on the significance and importance of authentic transgender narratives in mainstream media.

Lia, a retired teacher from Georgia, learns from her young neighbor, Achi, that her long-lost transgender niece, Tekla, has crossed the border into Turkey. In search of Tekla, Lia travels to Istanbul with the unpredictable Achi, where they explore the hidden depths of the city.

The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson is a biographical documentary that investigates the cold case of Marsha P. Johnson, a transgender activist and drag queen in New York City. The film explores her impact on the LGBT community, her involvement in the gay rights and transgender rights movements, and the circumstances surrounding her mysterious death in the 1990s. It delves into the history of gay rights and transgender history, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community.

Lies can kill. Transgender Nuclear Suicide Sojourner is an exploration of propaganda, lies, and the overwhelming urge to end it all.

Finally summer vacation. Teenager Mahmoud wants a relaxing summer when Uncle Ji comes to visit from Pakistan. He has to be responsible for being his Oslo guide, and little brother Ali has a secret that turns his whole life upside down.

Katie Couric travels across the U.S. to talk with scientists, psychologists, activists, authors and families about the complex issue of gender.

It took a hundred queer years for Lola Perla to be finally recognized by a government that never really took notice of the likes of her. But that’s okay, because along with the president’s anti-climactic, and in many ways, almost insincere recognition is a fat envelope containing Php100,000 (USD$2,000). For Perla, this is more than enough money to transcend her idea of a lifetime legacy. Today is the day Lola Perla confronts her long-standing personal covenant: to bail an ex-lover’s son out of jail. Meeting fifty-someting Nanding transforms into a reunion, then, a communion of her present self, with an old love.

A documentary on Queercore, the cultural and social movement that began as an offshoot of punk and was distinguished by its discontent with society's disapproval of the gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender communities.

The Sound of Identity is a documentary that follows the journey of a transgender opera singer, as she strives to find her true identity and maintain her passion for music.

After skipping town a decade ago, transgender activist Caz Davis returns to the remote, politically divided dairy community of Rurangi, hoping to reconnect with his estranged father, who hasn't heard from him since before Caz transitioned.

The Garden Left Behind is a drama film set in New York City, following the journey of a young transgender woman named Tina. Tina is an immigrant from Mexico who is in the process of gender transition. She faces various challenges, including discrimination, transphobia, and the struggle to find acceptance from her family and society. Through her relationships with her grandmother, friends, and lovers, Tina learns to embrace her true self and fight for transgender rights.

At a time when the far right is ascending to power around the world, the 2020 Brazilian municipal elections saw a surprising and unprecedented record of LGBT candidates. This film follows four young queer politicians during their electoral campaigns and reveals their struggle to affirm their rights to exist and be heard.

Transhood is a documentary that follows the journey of four transgender kids and their families as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of transitioning. It offers an intimate look into their lives, capturing their experiences, emotions, and the complexities of growing up transgender in America. Through their stories, Transhood sheds light on important issues such as gender identity, coming-of-age, and the struggle for transgender rights.

It's a hot summer day in June, 1969. Marsha throws herself a birthday party and dreams of performing at a club in town, but no one shows up. Sylvia, Marsha’s best friend, distraught from an unsuccessful introduction between her lover and her family, gets so stoned she forgets about the party. Marsha, Sylvia, and friends eventually meet at the Stonewall Inn to celebrate Marsha's birth. When the police arrive to raid the bar, Marsha and Sylvia are among the first to fight back.

Working at a nightclub in Chengdu, a transgender Chinese woman receives an unexpected visit from her cousin informing her that the mother she has brushed aside, has died. As the only "son", she feels obligated to return to her birthplace for the sake of her family, even though she'll have to hide her true self from those that once shared her past.

In this heartwarming drama set in Bengal, a young eunuch finds solace and purpose in playing the flute. Their journey of self-discovery and acceptance challenges societal norms and addresses issues of transgender rights and the struggles of the LGBTQ+ community. The film beautifully explores the themes of love, identity, and the power of music.

Maria Luiza is a powerful documentary that delves into the social issues and challenges faced by transgender individuals in Brazil. The film takes a deep dive into Maria Luiza's personal journey, highlighting her experience with the army and the fight for transgender rights in the country. Through her story, the documentary sheds light on the broader issues of LGBT rights and discrimination in Brazilian society.