Transgender representation in films is vital. But it doesn’t necessarily mean that all kinds of representation are helpful in improving the image that trans people have to most people. In a world where a lot of trans individuals are educated and are excelling in their chosen professions, mainstream media still chooses to tell stories about […]
Transgender representation in films is vital. But it doesn’t necessarily mean that all kinds of representation are helpful in improving the image that trans people have to most people. In a world where a lot of trans individuals are educated and are excelling in their chosen professions, mainstream media still chooses to tell stories about […]
The pandemic has truly pushed many producers in the film industry to push boundaries. The storytelling and the plots of recent releases in the entertainment industry have been very thought-provoking and riveting. Today, we’re going to talk about one of 2022’s most successful TV series, Euphoria. A tale about high school students navigating love and […]
Pose is a hit Netflix show that exploded and skyrocketed many trans women actresses to fame. The story revolves around the lives of transgender women and other LGBTQIA+ individuals in New York’s Ballroom Culture in the 80s. The Ballroom Culture highlights a recurring gathering of people from the LGBTQIA+ community called a ball night. It’s […]
Transgender representation in mainstream media has always been problematic, especially since the most common tropes that have been made popular often portray transpeople – and especially transwomen – in a negative light. But there are exceptions to this depressing trope. Some might surprise you, and others you may already know. Late 2018 to 2019 was […]
Are you in a literary mood but your interest in transgenderism is also prevalent? Why not mix both and read transgender books? Today, you’re going to be provided with a list of great books concerning transgender people, be it fiction or non-fiction. Most of the books that are in here are easily found on Amazon […]
Our blogger Amanda Valentine’s debut dating guide book Dating Transgender Women for Gentlemen is arriving on Amazon Kindle on June 27, 2020. She hopes to change people’s perspective when it comes to the relationships of trans-oriented men and transgender women.
Growing up transgender in the late 80s to late 90s, it was quite difficult to find the right kind of positive media representation that made one proud, or at least comfortable about being trans. In a world saturated with Western media, trans-representation can be a rare thing.
I’m not an expert when it comes to critiquing movies. I often write about trans dating. However, I’m going to share with you some transgender movies that feature trans people and why you should watch them. Let it be known that you can watch whatever genre of movie you like and I’m not trying to […]
Sex Diaries, episode 3: Trans Lovers. This documentary of 45 minutes aired on Channel 4 a few days ago. You might be able to still watch it online on Channel 4’s website (although I believe this won’t work if you’re not physically in the UK… I am in the Philippines and the video didn’t load — […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htX3Awt4emk TED is a global set of conferences operated by non profits in which experts and inspirational people give talks in various fields. Their slogan is “Ideas worth spreading“. Watch model, activist and proud transgender woman Geena Rocero, as she takes TED’s stage to tell not only her story, but every transgender woman’s story, and […]
