The Boy Named Sue (2001) is a documentary directed by Julie Wyman, telling the story of a woman who changes her name and confronts her gender identity. The film explores Sue’s process of reconciling with the female identity imposed by society and her transformation after adopting a male name. The documentary focuses on a strong personal journey of discovering gender identity and struggling against societal norms. Through Sue’s life, it delves into the impact of name change on identity and how resistance is shown against societal expectations related to gender.
