Project Detail

Trans, Camera, Action

Name: Trans, Camera, Action
Director: Sammy Holden
Genre: Experimental, LGBTQIA+, Human Rights, Disabilities
Released: 2024
Duration: 50 min 29 sec

Synopsis

TRANS CAMERA ACTION uses digital and analogue filmmaking methods for a meaningful exploration of the construction and impact of trans and non-binary representations through conversation with trans and non-binary film workers. The film also includes experimental and allegorical views of trans representations in 16mm and 8mm film.

Details

Year: 2024
Type of project: Shorts
Running time: 50 min 29 sec
Format: Digital, 8mm, 16mm
Director: Sammy Holden
Producer: Sammy Holden
Editor: Sammy Holden
Director of Photography: Sammy Holden

Genre

Experimental LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Disabilities

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Obscure Film

Sammy Holden
4 Westdene
Parbold
WN8 7PG

Sales Company

Sammy Holden

sammyholden4@gmail.com

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