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By Monique Jones
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Heartfelt drama about trans woman models care and support.
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Regarding Us
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What's the Story?
REGARDING US follows Veronica (Alexandra Grey), a deeply devout Catholic woman who works at a Catholic school, only to be unceremoniously fired after the board finds out that she's transgender. Faced with no job prospects and no family connections, Veronica feels that her only option is to kill herself. But suddenly she's thrust into the lives of struggling actor Denny (David Beck) and his daughter, Isabel (Andrea Rose Guzman), an inquisitive and empathetic child. Veronica's relationship with Denny and Isabel also brings her into contact with Isabel's other dad, Adrian (Eliud Garcia), and Isabel's new friend, Kyle (Hudson Paul), who's questioning his sexuality.
Is It Any Good?
This is a sweet drama that offers glimmers of hope for anyone growing up amid too many people who have yet to learn how to truly accept others. Grey, Guzman, and Paul are standouts as Veronica, Isabel, and Kyle. Despite being different ages, all three are discovering what it's like to come of age (even as an adult, in Veronica's case). Veronica has a chance to rediscover her own power in the face of bigotry, and Isabel learns what it means to be someone who stands up for others, regardless of what anyone else thinks. And Kyle is on the path of learning who he is and what he wants to identify as, especially in the face of an unforgiving family.
Regarding Us makes the clear point that trans people are part of our communities, including our churches and schools, two places where some feel they shouldn't belong. By showing viewers that welcoming others, regardless of their differences, is more in line with Christ's teachings than ostracizing them, the movie gently teaches viewers that everyone deserves respect, care, understanding, and support.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about representation. How does Regarding Us depict queer and trans people? Why is representation important in the media?
Why does Veronica keep her faith in God? Would you consider this a faith-based movie?
How does Isabel demonstrate being a good friend? What other positive character strengths do the people in the movie exhibit?
How does Kyle's family treat him as he questions his sexuality? How does the film demonstrate the value of welcoming others and finding the beauty in people's differences?
Movie Details
- In theaters : December 6, 2024
- On DVD or streaming : January 28, 2025
- Cast : Alexandra Grey , Andrea Rosa Guzman , Hudson Paul , David Beck
- Directors : David Beck , Jennifer Bobbi
- Inclusion Information : Gay Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Director(s) , Transgender Movie Director(s) , Female Movie Actor(s) , Transgender Movie Actor(s) , Black Movie Actor(s) , African American Movie Actor(s) , Gay Movie Actor(s) , Gay Movie Writer(s) , Female Movie Writer(s) , Transgender Movie Writer(s)
- Studio : Terasem Media & Film
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Friendship
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Courage , Curiosity , Empathy
- Run time : 97 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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