My Name Is Jacque

2016Directed by Angela Zoé

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Released: April 21, 2016
Runtime: 1h 20m

About My Name Is Jacque

Documentary

Synopsis

Jacqueline Rocha Côrtes is a 55 year old Brazilian transsexual woman who has been living with AIDS for the past 21 years. As a Human Rights activist and a militant for HIV-positive people, Jacque has had her life marked by struggles and achievements, including her role as a representative of the Brazilian government at the United Nations. Now married and a mother of two, Jacque lives in a small town, leading her life dedicated to motherhood and family. By tracking her daily reality and revisiting her story, the film addresses the diversity and shows the numerous challenges that have been disrupted by this extraordinary character, raising awareness on prejudice, homolesbotransphobia and gender identity.

Director: Angela Zoé
Writer: Angela Zoé
Original title: Meu Nome é Jacque

Principal cast

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Jacqueline Rocha CôrtesJacqueline Rocha Côrtes

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