Top 10 Films on Gender Transition

Description: While not solely about gender transition, this film includes a pivotal moment where the gender identity of one character is revealed, exploring themes of love, identity, and loyalty.

Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. It was also nominated for Best Picture and Best Director.

Description: Based on Virginia Woolf's novel, Orlando lives for centuries, changing gender from male to female, exploring themes of identity, time, and societal expectations.

Fact: Tilda Swinton plays the titular character, Orlando, who transitions from male to female. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards.

Description: Bree, a pre-operative trans woman, embarks on a road trip with her son she never knew she had. This film delves into themes of identity, family, and self-discovery with a mix of humor and heart.

Fact: Felicity Huffman received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role as Bree. The film was also nominated for Best Original Song.

Description: Based on the life of Lili Elbe, one of the first known recipients of sex reassignment surgery, this film explores her journey from Einar Wegener to Lili Elbe, highlighting the emotional and societal challenges faced.

Fact: Eddie Redmayne was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Lili Elbe. The film was also nominated for Best Costume Design.

Description: Shot entirely on iPhone 5S, this film follows a transgender sex worker on Christmas Eve in Los Angeles, exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, and identity.

Fact: The film was shot using three iPhone 5S smartphones. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won the NEXT Audience Award.

Description: This drama follows Ray, a transgender teen, and his family as they navigate the process of transitioning, highlighting the generational differences in understanding and acceptance.

Fact: Originally titled "About Ray," the film's title was changed to reflect a more inclusive narrative. Naomi Watts, Susan Sarandon, and Elle Fanning star in this film.

Description: This Chilean film tells the story of Marina, a transgender woman dealing with the sudden death of her partner and the societal prejudice she faces.

Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. It was also the first Chilean film to win an Oscar.

Description: A unique narrative structure where each scene is filmed on a Tuesday over the course of a year, following a teenage girl's relationship with her father who is transitioning to become a woman.

Fact: The film was shot over the course of a year, with each scene filmed on a Tuesday, reflecting real-time progression. It won the Crystal Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Description: This film tells the tragic true story of Brandon Teena, a transgender man who was murdered after his identity was discovered. It's a poignant exploration of identity, love, and societal acceptance.

Fact: Hilary Swank won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Brandon Teena. The film was also nominated for Best Original Screenplay.

Description: A French film about Laure, a 10-year-old who moves to a new neighborhood and introduces herself as Mickäel, exploring gender identity through the eyes of a child.

Fact: The film was critically acclaimed for its sensitive portrayal of gender identity. It won the Teddy Award for Best Feature Film at the Berlin International Film Festival.