A filmmaker is shooting a ritual for his documentary on the Afro-Caribbean religious tradition of Santería in Cuba when suddenly the priest gets a message from the Gods for him. They say he has a female soul. The documentary then becomes the story of the director's transition from male to female, and her embracing of the spirituality and mysticism of Santeria. Told with honesty, curiousity and dry humour, this is an utterly compelling exploration of identity and faith which recognises that gender transition is often messy and awkward. Despite swapping direction part way through and seeming to follow many paths, the journey Voodoo Woman takes us on is a simple one - the director's personal quest to be true to herself.
Jason Barker

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In My Skin

A young Latino man and his girlfriend document his transition and the effect it has on those close to him.