Tales of the Waria (2011)
While many in the Western world view Islam as socially repressive, in Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim country, exists a community of biological men who live openly as women-- the warias. As four warias strive to find romance, intimacy, and acceptance, they encounter unique obstacles that force them to make extraordinary sacrifices to keep the ones they love.
Director: Kathy Huang
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: March 13, 2011
Screenplay
Music: Gil Talmi
Cinematography: Kathy Huang
Editing: Carla Gutierrez
Country: Indonesia, United States of America
Language: Bahasa indonesia
Original Language: en
Keywords
islam, religion
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tales of the Waria about?
- While many in the Western world view Islam as socially repressive, in Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim country, exists a community of biological men who live openly as women-- the warias. As four warias strive to find romance, intimacy, and acceptance, they encounter unique obstacles that force them to make extraordinary sacrifices to keep the ones they love.
- Who directed Tales of the Waria?
- Tales of the Waria was directed by Kathy Huang.
- How long is Tales of the Waria?
- Tales of the Waria has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is Tales of the Waria?
- Tales of the Waria is a Documentary film.
- Where was Tales of the Waria produced?
- Tales of the Waria was produced in Indonesia, United States of America.