Cast
Monica Lynn B. Steve Dain 
Lee Grant Christine Jorgensen Renee Williams Veronica York
Credits
Cinematography: Fred Murphy
Editing: Joanne Burke
Produced by: Milton Justice Mary Beth Yarrow
Plot
A group of transgender individuals are struggling to make their way in every stratum of 1980s America. From finding employment to finding acceptance, the first question the world forces them to ask is always, "What Sex Am I?"
Sinekatalog’s take
What Sex Am I? (1985) is a American documentary directed by Lee Grant. It stars Lee Grant, Christine Jorgensen and Monica Lynn B.. It runs 60 minutes. It is listed here for its festival and awards record.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 7.0 / 10 (168 votes)
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