Review of XXY (2007) by Enni S — 01 Mar 2008

Impressive movie. This film forces you to think. I'm speechless.

This review of XXY (2007) was written by Enni S on 01 Mar 2008.

XXY has generally received positive reviews.

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Complejo drama sobre una joven hermafrodita que se desarrolla sobre los efectos psicológicos de una adolescentre transexual, Alex (Inés Efron),…

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By Jenny A (46) on 27 Dec 2016

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By Si P (8) on 25 Apr 2011

Winner of the Critics Week Grand Circle Award at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, XXY features an extraordinary performance by InÃ (C)s Efron…

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By Suzanne F (94) on 08 Jan 2011

Came across this on Netflix. You feel that Alex is really lucky to have such a supportive father. Her friend isn't quite so lucky…

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