Shaleece Haas, 2016, USA, 72 min – DOCUMENTARY SPOTLIGHT
When you’re coming out as a trans boy, it can feel like opening a door to nowhere.  Despite a family that misunderstands Bennett, a community of transitioning men offers support, through the internet.  He finds friends who Skype their testosterone injections and mentors who teach him how to tie a tie.  And throughout Bennet’s transition, his mother slowly discovers the man her son has become. (Samantha Mitchell)

Preceded by: Tear Jerker Amy Adler, 2016, USA, 15 min