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The film follows Ricardo, who was previously known as Sara, a homeless HIV positive transvestite in Manhattan. It details his transformation into a married man who identifies as a born-again Christian after being involved with a Dallas ministry. The documentary presents an intimate look at his life changes and the complexities surrounding his conversion from homosexuality.
Directed by Susana Aiken, the film features Ricardo and others, including Hugo Rafael Rodriguez and Gigi. It raises questions about the completeness of Ricardo's conversion and the societal issues of homophobia, transphobia, and the impact of evangelical Christianity on LGBTQ+ identities.
Why Watch
- •Meet Ricardo, a man transformed by faith in Dallas.
- •Find out how a ministry changed one man's life.
- •See the impact of evangelical Christianity on LGBTQ+ identities.
Did You Know
•Ricardo was previously a homeless HIV positive transvestite in Manhattan.
•The documentary was directed by Susana Aiken, a woman director.
•Ricardo's transformation took place after he became involved with a Dallas ministry.
Perfect For
LGBTQ+ narrativesReligious conversion storiesTransgender issues