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Title: Orlando, My Political Biography
Year: 2023
Director: Paul B. Preciado
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Language: French with English subtitles
Running time: 120 minutes
Synopsis:
“Orlando, My Political Biography” is a documentary film that reimagines Virginia Woolf’s classic novel “Orlando” through the lens of contemporary trans and non-binary identities. The film features a diverse cast of over 20 performers who embody different aspects of Orlando, both from the novel and from their own lives. Through their interpretations of scenes from the book and personal reflections on gender and transition, the film explores themes of identity, history, and the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights.
Critical reception:
“Orlando, My Political Biography” has been praised by critics for its originality, inventiveness, and powerful message. It has been described as a “delightful, hybrid work full of metamorphoses and gender identity crash-tests,” a “kaleidoscopic adventure,” and a “beguiling, dazzling gem of a film.”
Awards:
- Teddy Award for Best Documentary at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival
- FIPRESCI Prize for Best Documentary at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival
- Queer Lion Award at the 79th Venice International Film Festival
Where to watch:
“Orlando, My Political Biography” is currently available to watch on various streaming platforms, including MUBI, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video.
Additional information:
- The film is based on the novel “Orlando” by Virginia Woolf, which was published in 1928.
- The novel tells the story of Orlando, an Elizabethan nobleman who mysteriously changes sex and lives for centuries, encountering historical figures and literary icons along the way.
- “Orlando, My Political Biography” is Preciado’s directorial debut. He is a philosopher, writer, and curator who has written extensively on gender and sexuality.
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