The Ballad of Little Jo (1993)

The film offers an affirming portrayal of gender-nonconforming identity through Josephine's life as 'Jo.' Her resilience and agency are highlighted, and her loving relationship with Tinman Wong is depicted with dignity. The narrative consistently maintains an empathetic stance, validating her choices and experiences despite external hardships.

The film portrays Christian-influenced societal norms and institutions as rigid, hypocritical, and unforgiving, leading to the protagonist's ostracization and hardship. It critiques the lack of compassion and the oppressive nature of these moral judgments rather than the faith itself.