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202410 minPG-13doc-short

Always Transvestite

202410 minPG-13doc-short

Through poetry and activism, a Peruvian trans woman fights against transphobia and conservatism to affirm her identity in a challenging society.

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Julio César Ayca

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Through poetry and activism, a Peruvian trans woman fights against transphobia and conservatism to affirm her identity in a challenging society.

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Julio César Aycadirector

Sandra Díaz Santistebancast

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Sandra, a trans woman from Peru, uses poetry and activism to confront transphobia and conservatism in her country. Through her work, she seeks to affirm her identity and promote inclusion in a society that faces significant challenges. The film captures her efforts to create change and support others in the LGBTQ+ community. It runs for 10 minutes and was released in 2024.

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