Four children, ages 4, 7, 12, and 15, share their experiences growing up transgender over five years in Kansas City.
“Five years. Four kids. One unprecedented story.”
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Four children, ages 4, 7, 12, and 15, share their experiences growing up transgender over five years in Kansas City.
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Synopsis
Four children in Kansas City navigate their early lives while identifying as transgender. Filmed over five years, "Transhood" begins as they are ages 4, 7, 12, and 15. Their stories unfold alongside their families, revealing the challenges and changes each child encounters. Directed by Sharon Liese, the documentary premiered at the AFI Docs Festival on June 19, 2020, and was released on HBO on November 12, 2020. The film captures intimate moments in their journeys of self-discovery.
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Why Watch
- Meet four transgender kids growing up in Kansas City.
- Follow their lives over five years of transformation.
- See the impact on families as they adapt to change.
Did You Know
- The film follows four kids starting at ages 4, 7, 12, and 15.
- Transhood was filmed over a span of five years in Kansas City.
- It premiered at the AFI Docs Festival on June 19, 2020.
- The film was released on HBO and HBO Max on November 12, 2020.
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Who directed the documentary Transhood?
Transhood was directed and produced by Sharon Liese.
When was Transhood released on HBO?
Transhood was released on HBO and HBO Max on November 12, 2020.
How long is the documentary Transhood?
Transhood has a duration of 96 minutes.
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