The Danish Girl

Drama, Biography, LGBTQ | 2015 | R. 2hr
CAST: Alicia Vikander, Amber Heard, Eddie Redmayne DIRECTOR: Tom Hooper CAPTIONED ON WEDNESDAYS - 2016 Oscar Nominee

The story of real-life Danish painter Einar Wegener who, in 1931, became the first man to undergo a sex-change operation. His wife Greta, also a painter, first discovers her husband's affinity for feminine attire when he sits in for one of her models. Ultimately, she encourages him on his transgender journey.

2016 Oscar Nominee for:
Best Actor - Eddie Redmayne
Best Supporting Actress - Alicia Vikander
Best Costume Design
Best Production Design

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Reviews

Tom Hooper proves he's capable of making a movie that's both steeped in awards-season prestige and in possession of a pulse.

Alonso Duralde, TheWrap

Destined to be the year's most talked-about arthouse phenomenon.

Peter Debruge, Variety