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Strictly for the Birds

  • 2021
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
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Strictly for the Birds (2021)
Kate Birdsall, who was born transgender decades before the word existed, and struggled to make sense of it all. Through many relocations and many jobs, including a career in the Coast Guard, Kate grew to be able to claim herself at the age of 65, and to find the love of her life, Andrea Drury. Their journey to "rightness" as individuals and as a couple has grown into a beautiful blended family, that includes Kate's daughter, and grandson.
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Born transgender and raised as a boy, and after a military career and two marriages, Kate in her mid-sixties could finally live as her true self. When she meets a new friend, will her past b... Read allBorn transgender and raised as a boy, and after a military career and two marriages, Kate in her mid-sixties could finally live as her true self. When she meets a new friend, will her past block their developing relationship?Born transgender and raised as a boy, and after a military career and two marriages, Kate in her mid-sixties could finally live as her true self. When she meets a new friend, will her past block their developing relationship?

  • Director
    • Jon Garcia
  • Writers
    • Kate Birdsall
    • Jon Garcia
  • Stars
    • Luke Alden
    • Dennis J. Alexander
    • Elaine Alexander
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    729
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    • Director
      • Jon Garcia
    • Writers
      • Kate Birdsall
      • Jon Garcia
    • Stars
      • Luke Alden
      • Dennis J. Alexander
      • Elaine Alexander
    • 10User reviews
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    Luke Alden
    • Young Danny
    Dennis J. Alexander
    • Funeral-goer
    Elaine Alexander
    • Congregation member
    George Allen
    • Banquet Hall extra
    Linda Ellen Arata
    • Congregation member
    Harold Barry
    • Congregation member
    Ann Bennett
    • Congregation member
    Kate Birdsall
    • Self
    Kat Brown
    Kat Brown
    • Margaret
    • (as Kathryn Brown)
    Kathryn Brown
    • Margaret
    Wesley Brown
    • Choir Member
    Kristin Busch
    • Banquet Hall extra
    Kathleen Chapman
    • Banquet Hall extra
    Evelyn Cole
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    Andy Copeland
    • Danny
    Suzanne Dillard-Burke
    • Banquet Hall extra
    Barbara Sophia Douglas
    • Congregation member
    Andrea Drury
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    • Director
      • Jon Garcia
    • Writers
      • Kate Birdsall
      • Jon Garcia
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    6blockwest-03504

    Story that had to be told

    The story...telling how torturous it must be in the world today, to try to be yourself, if that's not what people want to see... was an important one, and I'm glad someone got to tell it. The women may not have been professional actors, but they got their message across. I hope it inspires others to be who they really are, and not to be what's expected of them. The kids were charming and played their parts really well.
    9cynvanity

    Nothing but love

    This was such a heartfelt movie. I'm more of an action, crime movie fan but I seen this trending and I gave it a shot. Great acting, deep storyline and a beautiful ending. A must watch.
    8mangosteen55

    It's Perfect

    We all deserve love. I can't not like this film. It had funny moments, sad moments and just most importantly a real love story that was touching. This is my first lgbtq movie i've seen and it let me warm and fuzzy right to the end. Seriously well done.
    10gibson-61982

    Powerful story

    Well acted! An inspiring story! It's a movie that may seem unique but is really universal.... We all want to be loved for who we are. I found the movie very enjoyable! Highly recommend!
    9dannyromas

    Deep & meaningful

    In a world filled with hate this is one film that rescues your soul. Kates character isn't common either, i've met plenty of people like Kate in real life that went through situations like this so i'm glad a film was actually made around it. Worth the rent.

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    • Release date
      • April 12, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
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      • Lake Productions
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