Diversity Film 'Three to Infinity: Beyond Two Genders'
Organization:
Appreciating Diversity Film Series
Category:
Diversity
Geographical Area:
Oakland
Start
Date:
9/30/2015
End Date:
9/30/2015
Start Time:
6:30 PM
End Time:
9:00 PM
Event
Info:
9/30/15 in Piedmont from 6:30 - 9:00 pm and 10/3/15 at The New Parkway, in Oakland, time TBD
Are there only two genders? What does it mean to be gender fluid? Do you know someone who identifies as agender? Gender-queer? Cisgender? Transgender? What do these terms mean? The Appreciating Diversity Film Series has chosen a thought provoking and fascinating documentary on the topic of gender identity. Local Berkeley director Lonny Shavelson spotlights individuals and their loved ones, as they share their lives. "Three to Infinity: Beyond Two Genders" explores the world where gender is a spectrum of possibilities.
This is the first feature length documentary on the topic of genders outside the binary male/female choice. According to director Lonny Shavelson, "...There is a wealth of gender variations: effeminate men, masculine women, men sexually attracted to men, women to women, and some to both." In the past, "invariably individuals were forced to decide: male or female. And although some transpeople switched from one gender to the other, it was still: Two genders." Over time, Shavelson noticed that people who do not identify as male or female (non-binary gender) are becoming increasingly common.
The Appreciating Diversity Film Series chose this film because it challenges assumptions and offers opportunities to walk in another person's shoes. This film immerses viewers in a world where gender is more than two possibilities.
For example, Sasha F. was set on fire while sleeping on a public bus in San Francisco because he was wearing a skirt. Sasha said, "Some people have a file in their brain that says, 'gender, male or female.' I don't see that file." We also hear from the parents of gender fluid individuals as they come to understand their children's identities.
DISCLAIMER: Our aim is to continuously provide our
progressive audience with an open and interactive medium to view
and share relevant,
beneficial and interesting "career, economic, lifestyle and
networking" listings, ads, content and resources.
While the above information may be accurate and viable, the role
of Minority Professional Network, Inc. (MPN) is
strictly as a communications medium, and we do not
accept any responsibility for
cancellation, changes, errors, omissions, inconveniences, or any other form
of liability for any content
displayed or disseminated via our web sites, or e-marketing or social media
promotional services.
If there are any
doubts, we
encourage you to conduct additional research or contact the listed host or responsible entity.
CLICK HERE to inform us about any ads, listings or content
which appear to be
inappropriate,
fraudulent or misleading, or inconsistent with our theme and focus.