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I Am My Own Woman (1992)

4.019921h 30mDE
DramaDocumentary

Directed by Rosa von Praunheim

Rating

4.0/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

DE

Release

October 30, 1992

Director

Rosa von Praunheim

Overview

The life story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, who survived the Nazi reign as a trans woman and helped start the German gay liberation movement. Documentary with some dramatized scenes. Two actors play the young and middle aged Charlotte and she plays herself in the later years.

Cast

Charlotte von Mahlsdorf

Charlotte von Mahlsdorf

Herself

Ichgola Androgyn

Ichgola Androgyn

Young Charlotte von Mahlsdorf 20-40 years

Tima die Göttliche

Tima die Göttliche

Herself

Ovo Maltine

Ovo Maltine

Herself

Jens Taschner

Jens Taschner

Young Charlotte von Mahlsdorf 15-17 years

Robert Dietl

Robert Dietl

Zitzenau

Beate Jung

Beate Jung

Charlotte's staff member

Sylvia Seelow

Sylvia Seelow

Charlotte's staff member

Evelyn Cron

Evelyn Cron

Aunt Luise

Utz Krause

Utz Krause

Charlotte's father

Rainer Luhn

Rainer Luhn

Jochen

Heiner Carow

Heiner Carow

Himself

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into I Am My Own Woman (1992), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The life story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, who survived the Nazi reign as a trans woman and helped start the German gay liberation movement. Documentary with some dramatized scenes. Two actors play the young and middle aged Charlotte and she plays herself in the later years.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of I Am My Own Woman. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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