Exclusive Interview: Disclosure filmmaker Sam Feder “Trans people are the experts on their own history & we don’t need anyone talking about us or for us”

In the spirit of the landmark documentaries The Celluloid Closet and Ethnic Notions, Sam Feder’s ambitious, ground-breaking and nuanced Disclosure, which launches globally on Netflix on Friday June 19th, examines over a hundred years of trans screen representation. Covering an impressive range of frequently damaging trans portrayals and storylines, Disclosure takes in Oscar-winning movies like... Continue Reading →

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YA author Lisa Williamson responds to J.K. Rowling’s transphobic essay

A number of individuals and organisations have responded swiftly, eloquently and comprehensively to J.K. Rowling's recent 'essay' in which she detailed her reasons for speaking out about sex and gender issues. I won't pretend that I have anything unique to add. However, I am also aware that in moments like these, the trans community shoulder... Continue Reading →

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