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Deep Dive: Transhood (2020)

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Transhood
Transhood is a 2020 documentary directed by Sharon Liese that follows four children at ages four, seven, twelve, and fifteen as they navigate their identities in a changing world. Filmed over five years in Kansas City, the documentary captures the intimate realities of growing up transgender in middle America, presenting a nuanced view of how families adapt and transform in response to their children's gender identities. The film premiered at the AFI Docs Festival on June 19, 2020, and was released on HBO and HBO Max on November 12, 2020. It features a diverse cast, including Dr. Jill Jacobson and Marci Bowers, and runs for 96 minutes. The documentary offers insights into the emotional and physical development of the children, providing a unique perspective on the experiences of transgender families.

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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Transgender youth issuesFamily dynamicsDocumentary enthusiasts