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JULIA SCOTTI

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A heartwarming portrait of hilarious 65-year-old transgender New York comedian Julia Scotti

JULIA SCOTTI
JULIA SCOTTI
JULIA SCOTTI
JULIA SCOTTI

Description

Julia Scotti, a hilarious 65-year-old transgender New York comedian, discovers the beauty of her own life after she transitions in her late 40s in this humorous and heartwarming portrait by documentarian Susan Sandler. Following Julia’s journey as she makes her discovery pre-transition, reunites with her son and daughter after many years apart, and becomes a contestant on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, the film is a tribute to both Julia’s legacy and the New York comedy scene. JULIA SCOTTI: FUNNY THAT WAY is a truly lovely, funny, and emotional experience that continues to prove it’s never too late to change course and live the joyous and fulfilling life you were always meant to lead.

Cast: Julia Scotti

Part of The 32nd Annual New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival

Director

Susan Sandler