A trans woman dances as a way to connect with her own body and her two queer partners, and to provide energy for their electric bikes in a post-apocalyptic world.

Another exploration of traditional elements, Korionto’s work sets itself under the hints of a post-apocalyptic world where abandoned temples host power cells and dancing can recharge batteries. But it’s not really the dancing that gives energy–it’s the collective care that queer people show one another, the care needed to be able to overcome their internalised transphobia and other prejudices, allowing them to love themselves fully.

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Produced by Dania Joedo, narrated by Bonnibel Rambatan and Sarah Hana.

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