Tales of the Waria
Brief Synopsis
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In Makassar, Indonesia, a community of transwomen called the "Waria"--Wanita (Woman) and Pria (Man)--has long been an accepted part of the cultural fabric. However, because physical transition is frowned upon in the world's most populous Muslim nation, they are forced to walk between worlds. Here, w
Cast & Crew
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Kathy Huang
Director
Carla Gutierrez
Editor
Kathy Huang
Director Of Photography
Kathy Huang
Producer
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2011
Production Company
Kathy Huang Films
Technical Specs
Duration
57m
Synopsis
In Makassar, Indonesia, a community of transwomen called the "Waria"--Wanita (Woman) and Pria (Man)--has long been an accepted part of the cultural fabric. However, because physical transition is frowned upon in the world's most populous Muslim nation, they are forced to walk between worlds. Here, we follow four warias as they strive to find romance and acceptance, and encounter obstacles that force them to make extraordinary sacrifices to keep the ones they love.
Director
Kathy Huang
Director
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2011
Production Company
Kathy Huang Films
Technical Specs
Duration
57m
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Released in United States 2011
Released in United States 2011 (Documentary Features)
