StyleSk8r
At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.
Bluebell Alcock
Ok... Let's be honest. It cannot be the best movie but is quite enjoyable. The movie has the potential to develop a great plot for future movies
Bob
This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.
elmer-eskay
Better than 10. Concept is rather startling but is executed well. Not cartoonish at all.The plot mainly plays on the premise, but has some intricacies. The story doesn't seem finished - they might have envisioned more episodes.The acting is finely done. Chloë Sevigny is incredible playing the sexiest, and most believable, trans-gender I've ever seen on screen. Karla Crome is good, too. I like her as Riley better than the "Misfit" Jess. Peter Wight is a great Eddie. Jonas Armstrong's Ben character is inconsistently drawn - he grated on me several times - but well acted. The children do a great job (probably aided by directing and editing.)All in all: incomplete but one of the best shows ever made.
prettysweetgirl
I joined IMDb because of this show. I watched the whole season in one sitting because the story and acting were so spot on with regards to what a transgender person feels, goes through in life and the conflicts that arises from our relationships. Yes I am a transgender woman too, and it is so great to see a heroine in a show that I can identify with-- THANK YOU to the producers and Mr. Sean Conway for the superb script. What makes this show come to life is the luminescent acting of Chloe Sevigny (Mia), she truly embodies the character so that she is not acting-- just so incredible! Also kudos to the supporting cast, Peter Wight as Eddie – Mia's boss, a professional criminal in Manchester. Jonas Armstrong as Ben – a romantic interest of Mia Vincent Regan as John – owner of the land owner where the family lives. Ben Crompton as Liam – brother of Wendy Karla Crome as Riley – Wendy's daughter; Mia's stepdaughter Reece Noi as Levi – Wendy's son; Mia's stepson Jorden Bennie as Ryan – Wendy's and Mia's son Roma Christensen as Leonie – Wendy's daughter; Mia's stepdaughterI can't wait for the next season! I've already started to tell my patients (nurse) and friends about this show!!! Oh also, there are quite some violent type of scenes that may not be suited for children-- they are sort of Quentin Tarantino-esque bloody scenes. Sort of Sopranos meet Transamerica all in one show.
jwittenbrook
This show is about people learning to understand and accept people who are difference. There are some characters that never develop,like John. But so what, there are people like John who are very one-dimensional.But then there are characters like Ben and ultimately the kids that learn to accept Mia for who she is. And who change and begin to understand each other and accept each other as they are.Mia is trans-gender, but it becomes clear that she is a woman inside. And sure her son Ryan does the thing about trying on a woman's clothes, but all that shows is that Mia is making many people think a bit more about gender. What does make a woman, and what makes a man? That is part of what this series addresses.The kids are great, and I found that seeing Mia's kids cope with some of the hardships of life to be very interesting. It shows how they move from resentment, to love and understanding. It shows Mia moving from being self-involved and obsessed with the gender issue, into accepting the responsibility for her unusual family and fighting to keep them together. Different for sure and that is what makes it good.
ivannano
This is not a typical series - characters are not all likable, there are no neat bows to wrap things up, and the look/feel is dark and gray.Is it worth watching? Definitely.The acting it top notch. The story lines are complicated and take you in unexpected directions.Chloë Sevigny has always taken chances with her work and this show is no exception. She once again proves that she is of the top tier of actors working today. This makes me wonder - what will she do next? So if you like things that are not your typical TV drama, then watch this show. Just don't be surprised if, like the characters themselves, you end up with mixed feelings.
