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DeRosa: Life, Love & Art in Transition
DeRosa: Life, Love & Art in Transition

DeRosa: Life, Love & Art in Transition

Genres

Documentary

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Chronicles the extraordinary life of artist Felicia DeRosa, who came out as transgender at the age of 41. With her life, career, and marriage potentially at risk, Felicia embarks on a journey towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

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Budget

$8000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

66 mins

Rating

10/10

Release Date

04 December 2021

Country

United States of America

Cast

Felicia DeRosa

Felicia DeRosa

Gwendolyn Glover DeRosa

Gwendolyn Glover DeRosa

Louise Dorothy Cicio

Louise Dorothy Cicio

Carl DeRosa Jr.

Carl DeRosa Jr.

Dorothy Rinelli Cicio

Dorothy Rinelli Cicio

Richard Enriquez

Richard Enriquez

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