Beauty
Synopsis
Five children share their experiences of being bullied, with one recalling a moment when peers laughed at them during a race.
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Bex, Lili, Fox, Tru, and Milo each share stories from their lives as they confront challenges related to identity and acceptance. Bex recalls moments of teasing in elementary school, while Lili discusses her discomfort with the gender binary. Fox expresses a desire for a voice that reflects his identity. Tru shares her expectations for physical changes during puberty, and Milo rejects traditional gender categories. Directed by Christina Willings, "Beauty" runs for 23 minutes and is aimed at audiences aged 12 to 14.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet a child who felt like the 'boy in the wrong race.'
- Find out why Lili rejects the concept of gender.
- See how Milo changed their voice with hormone blockers.
- Discover the emotional impact of societal expectations.
Did You Know
- One participant, who once identified as Rebecca, felt their name didn't fit since age three.
- Milo experienced a high-pitched voice they found annoying and sought to change it.
- Lili believes there are no genders, stating, 'There isn't one gender. There isn't two genders.'
- Tru expected to develop breasts quickly but learned it takes time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the original name of the person who identifies as Tru?
Tru's original name was Rebecca.
At what age did Tru start feeling that their name didn't feel right?
Tru felt that their name didn't feel right when they were three years old.
What does Lili believe about gender?
Lili believes that there are no genders and that everyone is just humans trying to find their way in the world.
What are people saying?
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