: Early films like The Crying Game (1992) or Ace Ventura used a character's trans identity as a shocking plot twist, often framing it as a "deceit" toward straight men.
: There is a growing movement to have trans actors play trans roles, moving away from cisgender actors "dressing up," which advocates say can reinforce the idea that being trans is just a costume. ✨ Lifestyle and Entertainment
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