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Mar 13, 2025
1h 14m
★ 10.0

Overview

A documentary that is a deep exploration of gender identity within the context of Greek society, providing a multi-layered narrative that reflects the experiences of individuals navigating the complexities of gender in a culture where these topics are still emerging. Over four years, the filmmakers captured intimate stories of people confronting their gender identities, revealing how personal, societal, and familial expectations shape their journeys. The documentary aims to challenge the traditional norms of gender and to give voice to those whose experiences are often marginalized. It marks a significant step in Greece’s cinematic exploration of LGBTQ+ themes and is a pivotal contribution to the global conversation on gender identity.

Genres

Documentary
Animation

Cast

Alkis Papastathopoulos

Self

Alkis Papastathopoulos

Artemisia Reppa

Self

Artemisia Reppa

Christos Skourtas

Self

Christos Skourtas

Dion

Self

Dion

Dolly Vara

Self

Dolly Vara

Fenia Apostolou

Self

Fenia Apostolou

Ian

Self

Ian

Kassandra El Najjar

Self

Kassandra El Najjar

Louiza Natalia Peppe

Self

Louiza Natalia Peppe

Naomi Frisson

Self

Naomi Frisson

Orpheus Toumpakaris

Self

Orpheus Toumpakaris

Paris (Atossa)

Self

Paris (Atossa)

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