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68 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

A two-month-old boy named Phoe Htoo is brought into the lives of Gwa To and Ma Soe, testing their relationship as a couple.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Gwa To, a transgender man redefining love.
  • See Ma Soe's struggle against her family's legacy.
  • Find out how adoption impacts Gwa To and Ma Soe's relationship.

Did You Know

  • Gwa To is a transgender man from a remote village in Rakhine.
  • Ma Soe is a high school dropout who performs with a traveling troupe.
  • Phoe Htoo, the boy brought home by Gwa To, is only two months old.

Perfect For

Transgender narrativesRakhine cultureAdoption stories
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gwa To's background?

Gwa To is a transgender man from a remote village in Rakhine.

Why has Ma Soe sworn off marriage?

Ma Soe has sworn off marriage because she does not want to end up with a drunk like her father.

What significant event occurs when Gwa To and Ma Soe are together?

Their relationship is tested when Gwa To brings home a two-month old boy, Phoe Htoo, put up for adoption.

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