Becoming Chaz
Type
Audio/Visual
Authors
Category
Publication Year
2011
Abstract
Chaz Bono was a male trapped in a female shell for as long as he can remember. Growing up as Sonny and Cher´s adorable golden-haired daughter in a body he felt wasn´t his own was a crucible that took years to transcend. Now, as he undertakes gender reassignment, he´s bravely decided to share the process on camera.
Becoming Chaz invites us along on Chaz´s remarkable journey of transformation. As hormone shots give way to top sugary, down-to-earth, unflappable Chaz beams with a sense of liberation and goes public with his story to put a face on a misunderstood issue. Meanwhile, his gregarious girlfriend grapples with the realities of suddenly living with a man, and it´s clear sex change isn´t solely a physical transition. Intimate and nakedly honest, the film reveals the humanity and courage it takes for Chaz to ultimately embrace his true self. His moving struggle will reverberate profoundly for anyone to whom authenticity matters.
Becoming Chaz invites us along on Chaz´s remarkable journey of transformation. As hormone shots give way to top sugary, down-to-earth, unflappable Chaz beams with a sense of liberation and goes public with his story to put a face on a misunderstood issue. Meanwhile, his gregarious girlfriend grapples with the realities of suddenly living with a man, and it´s clear sex change isn´t solely a physical transition. Intimate and nakedly honest, the film reveals the humanity and courage it takes for Chaz to ultimately embrace his true self. His moving struggle will reverberate profoundly for anyone to whom authenticity matters.
Biblio Notes
DVD
Number of Copies
1
