What Makes a Woman (2018)
Overview
In What Makes a Woman, Munroe Bergdorf sets out to explore the changing world of gender and identity by way of her very own, very personal journey. Showing her in quiet, intimate, and extremely vulnerable moments. An honest insight into gender identity, Bergdorf prepares for a life-changing facial surgery, helping her finally picture herself as a woman.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.025 |
Directed By
Munroe Bergdorf
Karen McGann
Crew
Munroe Bergdorf
Karen McGann
Cassie Cornish-Trestrail
Cara Cummings
Franco Bogino
Denis McWilliams
Reuben Seaton
Creda Wilson
Joe Cochrane
Gail Jenkinson
TOP CAST
Munroe Bergdorf
Self
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