Plot — What is Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa about?
An exploration of the Samoan fa'afafine, boys who are raised as girls, who fulfill a traditional role in Samoan culture. In the past they have shared women's traditional work but today are becoming more westernized and look more like drag queens. Several anthropologists comment on the phenomenon examining issues of culture and gender and the complexities of sexual identity.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 51 min |
| Audience Score | 38% (3.8/10, 4 votes) |
Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa — FAQ
Is Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa worth watching? Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa holds a 3.8/10 rating from 4 viewers. An exploration of the Samoan fa'afafine, boys who are raised as girls, who fulfill a traditional role in Samoan culture. In the past they have shared women's traditional work but today are becoming more westernized and l
Who directed Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa? Directed by Heather Croall.
Who is in the cast of Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa? It stars Derek Freeman, Tania Grey, Jeanette Mageo, Tom Pollard.
Where can I stream Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa? Streaming availability for Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Paradise Bent: Gender Diversity in Sāmoa release? It released in 1999.
