Tangerine
Director: Sean Baker
Actors: Kitana Kiki Rodriguez, Mya Taylor, Karren Karagulian
PlotOn Christmas Eve in Los Angeles, transgender sex worker Sin-Dee Rella is released from a short stint in jail and reunites with her best friend, Alexandra. Over a casual conversation at a donut shop, Sin-Dee learns that her pimp and boyfriend, Chester, has been unfaithful to her with a cisgender woman during her incarceration. Fueled by betrayal and rage, she embarks on a relentless search across the city to find both Chester and the woman he cheated with. Alexandra, though initially hesitant to get involved, eventually joins Sin-Dee on her fervent quest while also trying to promote her own singing performance scheduled for that evening.
Simultaneously, the film follows Razmik, an Armenian immigrant taxicab driver who frequents the same area. Razmik is deeply entrenched in the local subculture and intersects with Sin-Dee and Alexandra's journey in unexpected ways. As the day progresses, tensions mount, leading all parties towards a dramatic and chaotic convergence. Amidst the chaos and humor, the film offers a raw glimpse into the lives of its marginalized characters, showcasing themes of friendship, loyalty, and survival against the vibrant backdrop of Los Angeles.
Writers: Sean Baker, Chris Bergoch
Release Date: 10 Jul 2015
Runtime: 88 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Armenian, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Tangerine, with its raw dialogue and unexpected tender moments, stands out for its originality, wit, and well-executed audio-visual presentation. Highly recommended.
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