"She's the He" Review: A Fresh, Optimistic Trans Teen Comedy
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Alison Foreman
Summary
A review of the new teen comedy "She's the He," directed by Siobhan McCarthy, which follows a genderqueer fantasy centered on a trans teen protagonist. The film is praised for its charming, optimistic take on trans identity, featuring standout performances from Misha Osherovich and Nico Carney. The review highlights the film's clever use of teen comedy tropes while carving out something fresh and affirming in the genre.
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IndieWire"She's the He" Review: A Fresh, Optimistic Trans Teen Comedyindiewire.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledFrom 'Clueless' and 'Easy A' to 'The Princess Diaries' and 'She's All That,' getting-ready scenes are standard fare for teen comedies of all shapes and stripes.
A needle drop of Towa Bird's 'Drain Me!' ushers in debut filmmaker Siobhan McCarthy's adorable genderqueer fantasy.
Misha Osherovich and Nico Carney lead a sunny trans story that finds real optimism amid cultural panic.
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