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Heightened Scrutiny (2025)

Movie ★ 8.0 89 min

Documentary

Amid the surge in anti-trans legislation that Chase Strangio battles in the courtroom, he must also fight against media bias, exposing how the narratives in the press influence public perception and the fight for transgender rights.

Sam Feder Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 27, 2025
Runtime
89 min
IMDb
tt34966548
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
JustFilms / Ford Foundation

Cast

Chase Strangio Chase Strangio Self Jelani Cobb Jelani Cobb Self Lydia Polgreen Self Gina Chua Self Laverne Cox Laverne Cox Self Peppermint Peppermint Self Elliot Page Elliot Page Self Annette Bening Annette Bening Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Heightened Scrutiny about?
Amid the surge in anti-trans legislation that Chase Strangio battles in the courtroom, he must also fight against media bias, exposing how the narratives in the press influence public perception and the fight for transgender rights.
Who directed Heightened Scrutiny?
Heightened Scrutiny was directed by Sam Feder.
Who stars in Heightened Scrutiny?
Heightened Scrutiny stars Chase Strangio, Jelani Cobb, Lydia Polgreen, Gina Chua.
When was Heightened Scrutiny released?
Heightened Scrutiny is a 2025 documentary film.
Where can I watch Heightened Scrutiny?
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