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Transgender romance movie a hit in Bangladesh

Started by SandraJane, July 08, 2012, 04:49:31 PM

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SandraJane

July 08, 2012, 04:49:31 PM




Transgender romance movie a hit in Bangladesh


08 July 2012 - 15H58


http://www.france24.com/en/20120708-transgender-romance-movie-hit-bangladesh



A picture from film director Noman Robin shows a dance sequence from the movie "Common Gender". The film about a love affair between a transgender person and a Hindu boy has become a surprise hit in Bangladesh, with distributors saying it will now be given a general release.


AFP - A film about a love affair between a transgender person and a Hindu boy has become a surprise hit in Bangladesh, with distributors saying on Sunday that it will now be given a general release.

"Common Gender", Bangladesh's first film dealing with transgender people, often known as hijras, opened in just six cinemas two weeks ago but full houses have encouraged cinema owners to extend its run and screen it nationwide.
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GhostTown11

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July 08, 2012, 05:05:04 PM
This is really cool! I'm Bengali and Peruvian, it's nice to know my people are so open ;D.
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