My Name Is Jacque (2016)

Jacqueline Rocha Côrtes is a 55 year old Brazilian transsexual woman who has been living with AIDS for the past 21 years. As a Human Rights activist and a militant for HIV-positive people, Jacque has had her life marked by struggles and achievements, including her role as a representative of the Brazilian government at the United Nations. Now married and a mother of two, Jacque lives in a small town, leading her life dedicated to motherhood and family. By tracking her daily reality and revisiting her story, the film addresses the diversity and shows the numerous challenges that have been disrupted by this extraordinary character, raising awareness on prejudice, homolesbotransphobia and gender identity.

Director: Angela Zoé
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Luís Abramo
Editing: Célia Freitas, Angela Zoé
Country: Brazil
Original Language: pt

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Name Is Jacque about?
Jacqueline Rocha Côrtes is a 55 year old Brazilian transsexual woman who has been living with AIDS for the past 21 years. As a Human Rights activist and a militant for HIV-positive people, Jacque has had her life marked by struggles and achievements, including her role as a representative of the Brazilian government at the United Nations. Now married and a mother of two, Jacque lives in a small town, leading her life dedicated to motherhood and family. By tracking her daily reality and revisiting her story, the film addresses the diversity and shows the numerous challenges that have been disrupted by this extraordinary character, raising awareness on prejudice, homolesbotransphobia and gender identity.
Who directed My Name Is Jacque?
My Name Is Jacque was directed by Angela Zoé.
Who stars in My Name Is Jacque?
My Name Is Jacque stars Jacqueline Rocha Côrtes.
How long is My Name Is Jacque?
My Name Is Jacque has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is My Name Is Jacque?
My Name Is Jacque is a Documentary film.
Where was My Name Is Jacque produced?
My Name Is Jacque was produced in Brazil.