We watched in a high school soc class, which made it less enjoyable because there were some real jerks in the class, and it was really, really hard to keep from crying. I don’t know if I would watch it again, but it is a powerful movie.

Hillary Swank is one of my favorite actresses. her movies are extremely touching and emotional. this movie is based on a true story, and when you watch it, you can FEEL what brandon went through, the discrimination, the horrifying life of a transgendered person living in rural America.

Hilary Swank stars in this real life-story based film, playing Teena Brandon/Brandon Teena, a girl who lives as a boy, causing broken hearts, confusion, dual existance and anger in those who feel “men are men, women are women” (a.k.a. idiots), which sadly is what killed her.

Brilliant direction, acting and very good photography. Very recommendable.