Darren Aronofsky's Top 5 Films
Darren Arronofsky focuses on diverse and heartbreaking stories about the human experience.
Casey: A True Story (2021)
Based on the true story of award-winning adult performer, Casey Kisses. An emotional and uplifting look at one trans womans journey to become herself in the most unlikely of places. Cameron is a small town drifter who aspires to join the local biker club. A loyal hang around, he quickly rises through the ranks to ride alongside the President. But, Cameron has a secret. What starts out as sexual curiosity leads to the realization that the young biker is not who she seems. A coming of identity story that shines an important light on the unique experience of transitioning and why sharing real stories is a first step towards overcoming real stigmas.
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Based on the true story of award-winning adult performer, Casey Kisses. An emotional and uplifting look at one trans womans journey to become herself in the most unlikely of places. Cameron is a small town drifter who aspires to join the local biker club. A loyal hang around, he quickly rises through the ranks to ride alongside the President. But, Cameron has a secret. What starts out as sexual curiosity leads to the realization that the young biker is not who she seems. A coming of identity story that shines an important light on the unique experience of transitioning and why sharing real stories is a first step towards overcoming real stigmas.
Rating:NC-17
Genre:Drama, Romance
Written By:Joanna Angel, Casey Kisses, Shawn Alff
In Theaters:9/28/2021
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Runtime:211 minutes
Studio:Adult Time
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