This Is I

"This Is I" is a powerful and poignant film that delves into the unflinching world of Ai Haruna's journey, an aspiring artist who finds belonging in a cabaret after facing relentless bullying for embracing his true self as a trans man in 1980s Osaka, Japan. With a trailblazing doctor by his side, Ai emerges onstage as "Ai Haruna", breaking free from the shackles of societal oppression to become a symbol of hope and courage for those seeking to assert their own identities. The film is a vibrant and compassionate exploration of self-discovery, trans rights, and the unyielding human spirit that refuses to be silenced.