Beyond the Binary
Synopsis
A middle-class family gives birth to an intersex child. The rural setting of Sri Lanka is contextualized throughout the film. Here, the father and grandmother are talking in the hospital about the child. They are thinking and debating about what to do. The film portrays the father's demand as a genuine culture shock. The father is torn between traditional beliefs and the welfare of the child, highlighting the complexities of navigating social expectations in a changing world. As the story unfolds, viewers are invited to question their perspectives on gender and identity.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sudesh Abeynayaka
- Screenplay & Story
- Wathsala Herath, Sudesh Abeynayaka, Gimhani Idammudalige
- Original Title
- Beyond the Binary
- Spoken Languages
- Sinhalese
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sudesh Abeynayaka
Wathsala Herath, Sudesh Abeynayaka, Gimhani Idammudalige
Department Leadership Roster
Sudesh Abeynayaka
Director
Wathsala Herath
Writer
Sudesh Abeynayaka
Writer
Gimhani Idammudalige
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Binary
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What is Beyond the Binary about?
A middle-class family gives birth to an intersex child. The rural setting of Sri Lanka is contextualized throughout the film. Here, the father and grandmother are talking in the hospital about the child. They are thinking and debating about what to do. The film portrays the father's demand as a genuine culture shock. The father is torn between traditional beliefs and the welfare of the child, highlighting the complexities of navigating social expectations in a changing world. As the story unfolds, viewers are invited to question their perspectives on gender and identity.
Who directed Beyond the Binary?
Beyond the Binary was directed by Sudesh Abeynayaka.
Who stars in Beyond the Binary?
The principal cast of Beyond the Binary includes Pavithra Wickramasinghe, Mihiraj Nanayakkara.
When was Beyond the Binary released and how long is it?
Beyond the Binary was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 5m.