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Georgie Girl
A documentary by Annie Goldson and Peter Wells
New Zealand, 2001, 70 minutes, Color/BW, VHS/DVD
Order No. W03779

Meet Georgina Beyer, the latest “it” girl of New Zealand politics. A one-time sex worker of Maori descent turned public official, Georgina stunned the world in 1999 by becoming the first transgendered person to hold national office. Born George Beyer, this unlikely politician grew up on a small Tarankai farm and later became a small-time celebrity on the cabaret circuit in Auckland. With charisma, humor and charm, Beyer unapologetically recounts her fascinating life story, shares how she overcame adversity and discloses the reasons she decided to run for office in a mostly all white, conservative electorate. Incorporating an unbelievable montage of colorful archival images dug up from Georgina’s days as an exotic dancer, theatre and television performer, this absorbing documentary breaks down stereotypes and promotes greater understanding of transgendered people.


A 52 minute version is also available on video (Order #03778, Rental $90, Sale $295)



AWARDS, FESTIVALS, & SCREENINGS

  • Sydney International Film Festival - Audience Award for Best Documentary
  • San Francisco International Lesbian & Gay Film Festival - Stu & Dave's Excellent Documentary Award
  • Festival International de Filmes de Femmes, Creteil - Audience Award
  • QueerDOC Film Festival - Audience Award
  • Int'll Festival of Lesbian and Gay Cinema Madrid (LESGAICINEMAD) - Best Documentary
  • Peace Foundation - Media Peace Award
  • Los Angeles International Film Festival - IFP/West
  • Margaret Mead International Film Festival
  • Hotdocs Canadian International Documentary Film Festival
  • Sheffield International Documentary Film Festival
  • Hot Springs International Documentary Film Festival
  • Pusan International Film Festival
  • Hawaii International Film Festival
  • Melbourne International Film Festival
  • Athens International Film Festival
  • Brisbane International Film Festival
  • Out on Screen Vancouver Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Seattle Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Reel Affirmations Film Festival
  • Austin Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Tampa Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Portland Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Milwakee Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
  • Commonwealth Film Festival
  • Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival

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QUOTES

    “…expertly captures the fascinating and checkered life of one the world's most conscientious politicians…Georgie Girl and Georgina herself swept our Festival off its feet!”
    Michael Lumpkin
    Executive Director, San Francisco Int’l Gay & Lesbian FF

    “…humorous and poignant…offers an extraordinary look at a remarkable individual who has used her personal history to make a political difference.”
    Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival

    “[A] stand-out…Beyer’s dignity charm and frankness make Georgie Girl a fascinating film, even when she discusses the toughest times in her life…”
    Garry Maddox
    The Sydney Morning Herald

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