A Boy Named Sue is a 2001 documentary film directed by Julie Wyman. It shows the life and transition of Theo, a transgender man who undergoes various stages of transition (including a mastectomy and hormone therapy). The protagonist is filmed extensively throughout, gives a number of interviews, and eventually settles down as a gay male. The film's title is taken from the song A Boy Named Sue.
| A Boy Named Sue | |
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 Cover of Women Make Movies release | |
| Directed by | Julie Wyman |
| Edited by | Julie Wyman |
| Distributed by | Women Make Movies |
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Running time | 58 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Distribution and reception edit
The film played at several festivals including the 2000 San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival and Reel Affirmations.[1][2] It was nominated for a 2004 GLAAD Media Award.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Release dates for A Boy Named Sue". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved January 3, 2008.
- ^ Halberstam, Judith. "A Boy Named Sue". Women Make Movies. Retrieved January 3, 2008.
- ^ "Awards for A Boy Named Sue". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved January 3, 2008.
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