From moving documentaries to powerful feature films, these fifteen titles highlight the diverse experiences within the transgender community. Let yourself be inspired, moved, and informed by these impactful stories.
1. Disclosure (2020)
A deep-dive documentary exploring the representation of transgender people in film and television, featuring insights from prominent trans figures like Laverne Cox and Jen Richards.
2. The Danish Girl (2015)
A dramatic portrayal of Lili Elbe, one of the first people to undergo gender-affirming surgery, and her journey toward self-acceptance.
3. A Fantastic Woman (2017)
This Chilean film follows Marina, a transgender woman facing discrimination after the death of her partner, and her fight for recognition and respect.
4. Southern Comfort (2001)
A moving documentary about the life of Robert Eads, a transgender man struggling with health issues and discrimination in the American South.
5. Paris Is Burning (1990)
An iconic documentary spotlighting New York’s ballroom culture in the 1980s, focusing on Afro-Latinx LGBTQ+ communities.
6. Boys Don’t Cry (1999)
Based on the true story of Brandon Teena, a transgender man who became the victim of a hate crime, and his search for love and identity.
7. Tomboy (2011)
A French film about a young child who identifies as a boy and faces challenges during a summer vacation in a new neighborhood.
8. Ma Vie en Rose (1997)
A touching film about Ludovic, a child who identifies as a girl, and the reactions of those around him to his gender expression.
9. The Trans List (2016)
A documentary in which eleven transgender Americans share their personal stories, from activists to artists and athletes.
10. Seahorse (2019)
An intimate documentary about Freddy, a transgender man who decides to become pregnant, and his journey through pregnancy and fatherhood.
11. Just Charlie (2017)
Charlie is a talented young footballer who struggles with his gender identity and the expectations of his family and team.
12. Girl (2018)
A Belgian film about Lara, a 15-year-old transgender ballerina, and her dedication to dance while preparing for gender-affirming surgery.
13. Lingua Franca (2019)
A story about Olivia, an undocumented Filipina transgender woman in New York, trying to survive and find love amidst uncertainty.
14. Mutt (2023)
This film follows a day in the life of Feña, a young transgender man facing unexpected encounters and challenges.
15. The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson (2017)
A documentary examining the life and mysterious death of Marsha P. Johnson, a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ rights movement.
