Bittersweet Becoming (2023)
After years spent dealing with her family’s rejection, Karla Rae James, 60, is finally ready to transition from male to female. Polina Teif followed her for three years, the duration of her journey. The bond between the director and Karla allows us intimate access to a very complex process, full of pain and struggle. Showing her operations and the importance of time passing, Bittersweet Becoming is an incredible portrait of affirmation of identity and intergenerational dialogue.
Director: Polina Teif
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 87 min
Release Date: April 19, 2023
Cast
Screenplay
Music: Deighan Morrison
Cinematography: Polina Teif, Lulu Wei
Editing: Kaisa Pitsi
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Bittersweet Becoming about?
- After years spent dealing with her family’s rejection, Karla Rae James, 60, is finally ready to transition from male to female. Polina Teif followed her for three years, the duration of her journey. The bond between the director and Karla allows us intimate access to a very complex process, full of pain and struggle. Showing her operations and the importance of time passing, Bittersweet Becoming is an incredible portrait of affirmation of identity and intergenerational dialogue.
- Who directed Bittersweet Becoming?
- Bittersweet Becoming was directed by Polina Teif.
- Who stars in Bittersweet Becoming?
- Bittersweet Becoming stars Karla Rae James, Ashlin Alexander, Nizar Taki, Stephen Uafas-Álainn, Mihály Szabados, Hanlon Uafas-Álainn.
- How long is Bittersweet Becoming?
- Bittersweet Becoming has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- What genre is Bittersweet Becoming?
- Bittersweet Becoming is a Documentary film.
- Where was Bittersweet Becoming produced?
- Bittersweet Becoming was produced in Canada.