If you are interested in the broader context of how transgender identity—particularly that of trans women—is portrayed in film, there has been a shift from the "shame-based" or "sensationalized" tropes of the past toward more authentic storytelling.

: A highly-rated romantic comedy/drama that features a trans woman (Michelle Hendley) in a leading role, praised for its grounded and humanizing approach.

: Like many Brazilian trans performers, Thays’ work is often viewed within the broader cultural landscape of Brazil’s "Travesti" and trans culture, which has a significant global influence on trans media.