Transhood
“Five years. Four kids. One unprecedented story.”
Synopsis
Filmed over five years in Kansas City, this documentary follows four transgender kids – beginning at ages 4, 7, 12, and 15 – as they redefine “coming of age.” These kids and their families show us the intimate realities of how gender is re-shaping the family next door in a unique and unprecedented chronicle of growing up transgender in the heartland.
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Transhood (2020): Official Trailer | HBOOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-30
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Hot Docs International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 12, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sharon Liese
- Original Score
- Chris Ruggiero, Nathan Halpern
- Original Title
- Transhood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, BMP Films, Herizon Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sharon Liese
Chris Ruggiero, Nathan Halpern
Ty Jones
Nick Andert
Sharon Liese, Sasha Alpert, Kimberly Reed, Gil Goldschein, Lisa Heller
Department Leadership Roster
Sharon Liese
Director
Sharon Liese
Producer
Chris Ruggiero
Original Music Composer
Nathan Halpern
Original Music Composer
Ty Jones
Director of Photography
Sasha Alpert
Producer
Nick Andert
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Transhood
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What is Transhood about?
Filmed over five years in Kansas City, this documentary follows four transgender kids – beginning at ages 4, 7, 12, and 15 – as they redefine “coming of age.” These kids and their families show us the intimate realities of how gender is re-shaping the family next door in a unique and unprecedented chronicle of growing up transgender in the heartland.
Who directed Transhood?
Transhood was directed by Sharon Liese.
Who stars in Transhood?
The principal cast of Transhood includes Jay, Leena, Phoenix, Mildred, Dr. Jill Jacobson.
When was Transhood released and how long is it?
Transhood was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Transhood?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Transhood was composed by Chris Ruggiero, Nathan Halpern.