James Bell and Leo Lebeau Birthday Boy London based filmmakers James and Leo discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, how they engaged with the Trans community and secured their trust, and the challenges and rewards of being determined to find a Trans actor to play the lead role in Birthday Boy.

“Birthday Boy”  A transgender boy celebrates his birthday in online games, away from the bullying he faces at an all-girls school. A film by an LGBTQ+ crew.

To listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PBjvIHVM8IcUh70xTJu7Y

To watch the film visit: https://www.irisprize.org/