Film Lens
I Am Skylar focuses on Skylar's life on Cape Breton Island, where she lives with her family in Mira Gut. The film captures her experience as a transgender girl, detailing her journey of self-discovery and the support from her parents, Jill and Marcel. Skylar expresses her feelings about her past life as Dylan and the emotional complexities that come with her transition.
The documentary also shows the family's efforts to navigate their changing dynamics, including the removal of family photos of Dylan, which Skylar finds distressing. It emphasizes the importance of acceptance and support for transgender individuals, as Skylar shares her desire to educate others about LGBTQI+ identities and the need to live authentically.
Why Watch
- •Meet Skylar, a transgender girl navigating her identity.
- •See how her family supports her transition.
- •Find out why Skylar wants to educate others about LGBTQI+ issues.
Did You Know
•Skylar lives in Mira Gut, a small country area beside the ocean.
•Skylar's father, Marcel, mentioned that Dylan was a big part of their life for ten years.
•Skylar requested that family photos of Dylan be removed because she feels disconnected from that identity.
•Skylar dreams of living as her authentic self every day.
Perfect For
Transgender rights advocatesFamilies of LGBTQI+ individualsSupporters of mental health awareness