Finding Kim

Finding Kim

Finding Kim

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Finding Kim

"A Documentary of Transformation"

2016

1h 23m

6.2(4 votes)

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Overview

50 year old Kim is transitioning from female to male gender over a period of four years. The story follows his life, surgery and struggles with his self-image and self-acceptance. Alongside Kim's narrative are interviews with luminaries in the field and trans community.

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6 members

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Carmen Carrera

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Carmen Carrera

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Buck Angel

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Dan Savage

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Dan Savage

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Calpernia Addams

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Jamison Green

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Dr. Tony Mangubat

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