Girl

"Girl" is a 2018 Belgian drama film directed by Lukas Dhont. The story follows a fifteen-year-old transgender girl who dreams of becoming a professional ballerina. As she enrolls in a prestigious ballet school, the protagonist faces the physical and emotional challenges of puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and gender confirmation surgery, all while pushing her body to its limits in the demanding world of ballet. The film sensitively portrays her journey of self-actualization and the complexities of her identity, as she navigates her desire for femininity and the often-painful process of aligning her inner self with her outer presentation.