The read
It runs a compact 1h 13m.
Synopsis
From a young age, Natsuki knew she was a girl despite her sex assigned at birth. Against the backdrop of conservative Japanese society, this poignant docudrama tells her remarkable story of gender transition. Reflecting on her high school years, Natsuki interviews the supportive friends and family who supported her choices – and also confronts the people those who oppressed her freedom. Tracing Natsumi’s story to the present, this compelling portrait of gender identity in contemporary Japan offers insights of a layered experience in a complex society.
Ratings
TMDB6.3/10
6 audience votes
Key crew
- Yo KohatsuDirector
Cast
- Natsuki MajikinaCast
- Tatsuomi Hamada真境名薫
- Tomoko Fujita高木幸子
Stills
Themes
japangenderlgbtlgbt teentrans womaneast asiatrans youth