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202270 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

My Way Out

202270 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Way Out club in London closed its doors in March 2020 after 28 years of operation, marking a significant moment for the transgender community.

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Izaskun Arandia

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The Way Out club in London closed its doors in March 2020 after 28 years of operation, marking a significant moment for the transgender community.

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Izaskun Arandiadirector

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The Way Out, a prominent transgender club in London, celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2018. The documentary features interviews with key figures from the club and includes archive footage that captures its vibrant history. It documents the club's impact on the transgender community over three decades. In March 2020, The Way Out closed for the first time in 28 years due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The film reflects on the future of this significant space and its role in the lives of many.

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