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XXY is a 2007 film written and directed by Argentinian filmmaker Lucia Puenzo. The film explores intersex identity through the story of 15-year-old Alex (Ines Efron), who was born with both male and female sex organs. Living in an isolated community in Uruguay, Alex and her parents grapple with decisions about her identity and the potential for surgery. The arrival of a plastic surgeon and his son, invited by Alex's parents, sparks a series of events that push Alex to define her gender identity. XXY received critical acclaim, especially for the performance of Ines Efron, marking it as a significant contribution to queer cinema.
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