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.

From childhood, Mika was taught by his father, Mahmud, to seek income by any means necessary. Mika became trapped in illegal activities in order to provide for his family's livelihood. Growing up in Chow Kit, Mika often spent his time on the streets and befriended delinquent youths. Runisa, a 23-year-old girl, disagrees with her mother and sister who are very concerned with status. An unplanned meeting between Mika and Runisa sparked love between them both. Puan Haniza, Runisa's mother, attempts to separate this young couple.
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.
Stand and Deliver is an inspirational classic from 1988 starring Edward James Olmos as Jaime Escalante, and his class of rag tag students in East Los Angeles. It’s the story of how a new teacher shows a motley group of students in the inner city with backgrounds as gang members, dishwashers, and mechanics — the power of self-determination. He teaches the teenagers to believe in themselves through algebra and calculus.
Tara Thorne’s film is equal parts emotional and comedic, illustrating the beauty and the pain of long term relationships.
Avatar: The Last Airbender's success fifteen years after its premiere proves the enduring power of its storytelling. But it's more than just a quality show.
The new Scooby Doo movie that will give viewers the frightening adventure of their lives.
'Free Guy' combines classic Disney (a white heteronormative love story), exploration of popular video games and the culture around them, and Ryan Reynolds adult humor in the best way to make a super fun family flick.