At 19, a black trans woman is cut off from her family and returns to Finland alone, determined to pursue her dream of modeling for Vogue.
“Be whatever you wanna be, honey!”
Synopsis
At 19, a black trans woman is cut off from her family and returns to Finland alone, determined to pursue her dream of modeling for Vogue.
Synopsis
Kelet, a black trans woman from Finland, dreams of appearing on the cover of Vogue magazine. Raised in Manchester, she finds inspiration in models like Naomi Campbell and Iman. At 19, after coming out as transgender, she is cut off from her family and returns to Finland alone. The documentary follows her as she confronts societal challenges while pursuing her aspirations in the modeling industry. Directed by Susani Mahadura, the film runs for 56 minutes and features a diverse cast, including Simo Landin and Amanda.
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Why Watch
- Meet Kelet, a black trans woman aiming for Vogue.
- Follow her story of endurance in Finland.
- See how iconic models inspired her dreams.
Did You Know
- Kelet was released in 2020 and runs for 56 minutes.
- The protagonist was cut off from her family at 19 years old.
- Kelet was born in Finland and raised in Manchester.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main subject of the documentary Kelet?
The main subject is a twentysomething black trans woman named Kelet.
What is Kelet's dream in the documentary?
Kelet dreams of gracing the cover of Vogue magazine.
At what age did Kelet come out as transgender?
Kelet came out as transgender at the age of 19.
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