Trans Allegories in Film: 'Robots' (2005)
Animation as a medium of storytelling can be thought to be open to all ages and as I hope my readings will reveal, they could be interpreted as transgender stories.
Dear Universe (2025)
A young woman dreams of success but struggles to navigate the harsh realities of life. Following the cliché route to fame, she places unwavering faith in the universe to guide her. As her struggles intensify, the stress of failure and societal acceptance lead her to an unexpected realization that changes everything.
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A young woman dreams of success but struggles to navigate the harsh realities of life. Following the cliché route to fame, she places unwavering faith in the universe to guide her. As her struggles intensify, the stress of failure and societal acceptance lead her to an unexpected realization that changes everything.
Rating:PG
Genre:Music, Drama
Written By:LaJuan Odom
In Theaters:5/30/2025
Box Office:
Runtime:12 minutes
Studio:
Cast
LaJuan Odom
Director
Kate Anderson-Song
Luna
Naomi Elizabeth Maharaj
Maya
Shirley Li
Tessa
Rory Biggs
Olivia
Peter Deng
Jax
Jason Anson
Professor Cooper
Kanami Kusajima
The Dancer
Catherine Cavender
The Older Woman
LaJuan Odom
Various Casting Director's (Voice) / Other Student #2 / Dream Luna's Body Double #2
Angelo Zarate
Other Student #1
Daniela Lucero
Dream Luna's Body Double #1
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