Against the Current
A transgender woman decides to paddle counterclockwise around Iceland on a kayak. This perilous journey symbolizes her experiences during her gender-reassignment process. The film explores her inner struggles and the effects of her decisions on those closest to her, including her ex-wife, her children, and her parents.
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About the film
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TypeDocumentary
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National Premiere DateOctober 4, 2020, Bíó Paradís
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Length90 min.
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LanguageIcelandic
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Original TitleÁ móti straumnum
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International TitleAgainst the Current
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Production Year2020
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Production CountriesIceland
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Icelandic Film Centre GrantYes
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Production Format4K Digital
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Aspect Ratio16:9
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ColorYes
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Screening format and subtitlesDCP, English subs
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Festivals
- 2021Transilvania International Film Festival
- 2021Raindance Film Festival
- 2020Reykjavík International Film Festival (RIFF)
