
When his family tries to kill him, Sidney, who is intersex, flees to Nairobi where he meets a group of transgender friends. Together, they fight discrimination and discover life, love and self-worth.
Directed by Tristan Aitchison, Sidney & Friends leans on a strong ensemble — Charles Ouda, Michael Daviot, Awuor Onyango — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2017.
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