ABSTRACT

The standard arch of trans relationships-as portrayed in documentary films, biographical memoirs, and television specialsshows the heroine struggling to deal with the imminent and life-altering transformation of her partner (who insists on doing this to her despite the pain it causes). The couple announces their determination to stay together. Love will find a way. Fade to black. Cut to a year or so after transition and focus in on the trans person alone in the frame, their partner long gone.