Diary of a Woman

In the haunting "Diary of a Woman," director Simon Aeby sheds light on the deeply personal struggles of Alex Darkley, a middle-aged teacher whose journey into suicidal insanity is sparked by the traumatic events of his early childhood and the refusal and bigotry he faced as a young person living with their sexual ambiguity. As Alex transforms into Alexa, they navigate a path of both liberation and isolation, culminating in a poignant climax that leaves the audience questioning the future of this complex and deeply human character.