Cheyenne, (Marie Schulte-Werning), is the only girl in a predominantly male clique whose everyday life revolves around football, drinking and swearing. When Dany, (Moritz Reinisch), joins the group, Cheyenne soon discovers his secret and is faced with a difficult decision. The film delves deep into a story that offers both a harsh study of the milieu and a sensitive portrayal of transgender issues. DON'T CALL ME BRO not only shows the rough behavior of the group, but also deals with the challenges that transgender youth experience in a small-minded society. Wenzel uses the perpetrator's perspective to create a deep empathy and an intense understanding of her characters without excusing their actions. With an authentic location, dynamic hand-held camera work and a keen eye for the realities of youth life, Gina Wenzel creates a gripping portrait of young people struggling with identity, belonging and prejudice. The film ends with a strong message for more tolerance and against exclusion, encouraging people not to look away but to actively engage with the issues presented.
In her harsh milieu study, Gina Wenzel tells the story of youth violence from the perpetrator's perspective.
Cheyenne, (Marie Schulte-Werning), is the only girl in a predominantly male clique whose everyday life revolves around football, drinking and swearing. When Dany, (Moritz Reinisch), joins the group, Cheyenne soon discovers his secret and is faced with a difficult decision. The film delves deep into a story that offers both a harsh study of the milieu and a sensitive portrayal of transgender issues.
DON'T CALL ME BRO not only shows the rough behavior of the group, but also deals with the challenges that transgender youth experience in a small-minded society. Wenzel uses the perpetrator's perspective to create a deep empathy and an intense understanding of her characters without excusing their actions.
With an authentic location, dynamic hand-held camera work and a keen eye for the realities of youth life, Gina Wenzel creates a gripping portrait of young people struggling with identity, belonging and prejudice. The film ends with a strong message for more tolerance and against exclusion, encouraging people not to look away but to actively engage with the issues presented.