Fresh from its premiere at SXSW comes an incredibly timely film about Tina, a young
transwoman, and her grandmother Eliana, as they navigate Tina’s transition and their
struggle to build a life as undocumented immigrants in New York City. Tina (played
with poise and depth by newcomer Carlie Guevara) luckily has a supportive group of
transwomen friends but is faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges, including
violent threats in the streets and a lack of commitment from her lover. Director Flavio
Alves (TOM IN AMERICA, TWIST 2014) employed trans actors in this exceptionally well-crafted
first feature that will leave you on your feet and ready for action.
Sam Berliner. “Translations 2019 Program Final Draft.” 2019. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5a86d494b1ffb6251b62962f/t/5cbe276b71c10b90092513f8/1555965910885/Translations19_Program_final_draft-WEB.pdf.
