Little has come into focus like this truth recently. While LGB representation has exploded, yet might still have a long way to go, so much work remains regarding the T in the acronym. This is outlined explicitly in writer/director Sam Feder's documentary about Trans representation on screen.
Feder quite effectively and methodically walks the mainstream audience through exactly how problematic Cis representation of Trans lives are. He also gives Trans people faces and glimpses into experiences they will recognize. I think what struck me the most about this film was the way it both teaches those of us who need to better understand the effects and realities of media's depictions of Trans people and speaks to those Trans folks who have lived with those depictions for so long. Disclosure says to them they are seen.
There are good lessons here on what we can do different both as producers and consumers of media. But like all good films it tells a compelling story. Yes it uses the talking head trope popular in documentaries but those heads have fascinating things to say, and things that need to be be said. Disclosure is compelling and watchable and gripping.
Disclosure
Writer/Director: Sam Feder
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