WARIAZONE
(CO-DIRECTED WITH KIWA)
2011
Wariazone is an independent documentary by artist Kiwa and anthropologist Terje Toomistu about transgender subjects, the notion of transgender, and the relations between gender identity and freedom in Indonesia, home to the world’s largest Muslim community.
Through the voices of around 40 waria (transgender women) it also raises questions about the historical shifts in the politicization of morality and religion. Traditionally, variations in gender identity have held a special position in many Indonesian cultures, but today warias have been relegated to an outlaw zone on the outskirts of the modern Indonesian society.
Wariazone not only situates itself within the context of gender and sexuality, but also points out how the expression of gender identity is ruled by ideology: the ‘truth’ is related to the power.
The film has screened at a number festivals in Europe, Asia and North America.
Original score by Mo'ong Santoso Pribadi.
Produced by Kiwa & Cece.
Length 58'
