Napoli is ablaze with the arrival of GEN_, the documentary that challenges social hypocrisy and shakes consciences with stories of fertility and gender transition, in an era where politics plays dirty with human rights. After causing a stir at the Sundance Film Festival and at the MoMA in New York, this boldly unconventional film lands in the city for an event that promises to be a rollercoaster, with the author and director ready to shoot straight at taboos.
The Documentary That Sparks Controversy
GEN_ follows Dr. Maurizio Bini, head of the sterility and gender affirmation departments at the Niguarda public hospital in Milan, in a routine that mixes assisted reproduction and transgender paths with a touch of crude humor to lighten the chaos. In a world increasingly divided by heated debates, Bini challenges bureaucratic and cultural chains to offer a no-frills cure, transforming healthcare into a bastion of humanity against cold profit.
Quotes from the Press that Make Noise
The international press has not spared incendiary adjectives: “…a film about politically incendiary themes – medical transition and discrimination suffered by the transgender community – that is unconventionally persuasive” (Variety), a definition that underlines how GEN_ does not limit itself to documenting, but to provoking. Similarly, “A charming Italian doctor’s extraordinary crusade to ensure human diversity in the current political climate, GEN_ is undoubtedly revolutionary.” (Indiewire), portrays the film as a bombshell against social rigidities. As director Gianluca Matarrese, inspired by the master Frederick Wiseman, explains, these are global ethical dilemmas that test universal desires such as parenthood or gender identity, in a no-holds-barred fight against laws and prejudices.
Admission to the event on Wednesday 21 May at 20.00pm at Sala Assoli-Moscato costs 5 euros, with limited seating. For details and reservations, contact 345 467 9142 or [email protected].
Article published by Gustavo Gentile on May 19, 2025, at 12:49 AM
Comments (1)
I read about the arrival of GEN_ and I am curious to see how it addresses such important issues. Hopefully Dr. Bini can bring to light issues that are often ignored by society. I wonder if there will be post-viewing discussions.