2001 – After a botched sex-change operation, East German glam rocker Hansel becomes Hedwig and travels across the United States with a stage show, following her ex-boyfriend (and former band mate) and telling her life story. Hedwig’s offbeat show slays audiences — but in diners not clubs.

Ratings:  Ashley – 5/5  Justine – 5/5

Relevant to this day, we explore this film about self-identity, loss of control, and being free. And totes love it. 😉

The Cutaways are Ashley McKinney and Justine Gendron.

Music by Jimmy Natividad.

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