A film by Sam Feder and Julie Hollar
An important exploration of issues rarely touched upon by most films portraying trans male experiences, this feature-length documentary sets itself apart from other recent films on this topic. Tackling the resistance of some women in feminist and lesbian communities who view transitioning as at best a "trend" or at worst an anti-feminist act that taps into male privilege, this groundbreaking film opens up a dialog between the lesbian, feminist, and transgender communities while also promoting understanding of transgender issues for general audiences.
Best Documentary Audience Award, Seattle LGBT Film Festival
“This deep thought-provoking film is a must-have to initiate dialogue between straight, gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender communities…[its] ability to inform and educate leads to promoting tolerance and understanding. I highly recommend this film for academic media collections, and general adults.”
— Monique Threatt, Educational Media Reviews Online
“The blend of personal experience, contrasted with theory, worked to give a rounded out, realistic exploration of trans issues and conflicts. …[makes] a convincing argument for all to support and fight for transgender rights.”
— Feminist Review
“[Boy I Am] juxtaposes powerful portraits of trans guys with a number of cis women who raise questions and voice doubts that many of us are thinking about but don’t say aloud. The interviews with Judith “Jack” Halberstam are worth the ticket price alone.”
—Erica Marcus, SF Bay Times
