At seventy, Efrat Tilma, an Israeli transgender pioneer, confronts renewed threats to her freedom amid the country's political and social decline.
Synopsis
At seventy, Efrat Tilma, an Israeli transgender pioneer, confronts renewed threats to her freedom amid the country's political and social decline.
Synopsis
Efrat Tilma fled Israel as a teenager, fearing for her life as a transgender pioneer. Now in her seventies, she confronts new threats to her freedom amid political and social turmoil in Israel. The documentary features intimate testimonies from Tilma and others affected by discrimination and violence, documenting a history of struggle for gender identity rights in the 2020s.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Efrat Tilma, a pioneering transgender figure.
- See the impact of current policies on LGBTQ+ rights in Israel.
- Find out about the historical discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals.
Did You Know
- Efrat Tilma fled Israel as a teenager fearing for her life.
- The film was released in 2025 and has a duration of 82 minutes.
- Tilma is now in her seventies and continues to fight for her freedom.
- The documentary addresses the political and social regression in Israel during the 2020s.
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Who is Efrat Tilma?
Efrat Tilma is an Israeli transgender pioneer who fled the country as a teenager due to fears for her life.
What is the duration of the documentary 'The First Lady'?
The documentary 'The First Lady' has a duration of 82 minutes.
What challenges does Efrat Tilma face in her seventies?
In her seventies, Efrat Tilma must fight for her freedom again as Israel experiences political and social regression.
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