I am Leo (2021)

I am Leo (2021) poster

Wide meadows, romping in the woods and building cabins. Leo (12) spends the autumn holidays with big sister Noémie and cousin Emil on Grandma Marlies' farm. However when Leo is surprised by what Grandma Marlies calls big news, Leo faces an identity crisis. "I am Leo" immerses itself into the emotional world of a child who is on the way to discover their gender identity. A film about expectations that overwhelm, about thoughts that restrict and about the courage to find yourself.

Director: Tajo Hurrle
Genre: Drama, Family
Runtime: 18 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Frank Hurrle
Cinematography: Marius Kast
Editing: Lea Agmon
Production: Cangerfilms, Hochschule Darmstadt
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

Touching Family Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, Siblings Bound Tight Against the World, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Foster Care and Survival

Keywords

sibling relationship, transsexuality, menstruation, family, lgbt, gender dysphoria, gender identity, non-binary, transgender, lgbt child

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is I am Leo about?
Wide meadows, romping in the woods and building cabins. Leo (12) spends the autumn holidays with big sister Noémie and cousin Emil on Grandma Marlies' farm. However when Leo is surprised by what Grandma Marlies calls big news, Leo faces an identity crisis. "I am Leo" immerses itself into the emotional world of a child who is on the way to discover their gender identity. A film about expectations that overwhelm, about thoughts that restrict and about the courage to find yourself.
Who directed I am Leo?
I am Leo was directed by Tajo Hurrle.
Who stars in I am Leo?
I am Leo stars Sarah Goebel, Aaron Goebel, Ute Lubosch, Thapelo Mashiane, Amadeo Leo Arndt.
How long is I am Leo?
I am Leo has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is I am Leo?
I am Leo is a Drama, Family film.
Where was I am Leo produced?
I am Leo was produced in Germany.
What are the themes of I am Leo?
The themes of I am Leo include: Touching Family Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, Siblings Bound Tight Against the World, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Foster Care and Survival.