@the.rainbow.lounge: Posted @withregram • @gaytimes Trace Lysette has made history as the first trans actress to headline a competition film at the Venice Film Festival 🏳️⚧️ On 3 September, the Transparent star attended the coveted event for her new film Monica. Directed by Andrea Pallaoro, the movie follows Lysette’s titular character as she returns home to take care of her sick mother – who had previously rejected her trans identity. After attending the premiere, the Hustlers star opened up about her groundbreaking Venice Film Festival achievement during an interview with Deadline. “I hope what it means is more open doors for Trans people in the world cinema and feature films in general." Get the full story at the link in bio! 📸 @bazhere