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Dads Fight for Trans Rights in New Doc
13 Mar
Summary
- Documentary follows fathers of transgender children facing political hostility.
- Dwyane Wade executive produced the film inspired by his daughter Zaya.
- Film explores difficult choices: stay and fight or leave the US.

A feature documentary, 'The Dads,' directed by Luchina Fisher, premieres at South by Southwest on March 14. The film chronicles fathers of transgender and gender-expansive children confronting a shifting political landscape and heightened hostility towards trans individuals nationwide.
Dwyane Wade joined as an executive producer through his company, 59th & Prairie Entertainment. His personal experience, supporting his daughter Zaya since she publicly came out as transgender in 2020, deeply informs his involvement. The documentary aims to bring visibility to these families' struggles and decisions.
The film captures families' experiences through retreats and intimate moments, posing the critical question: stay and fight for their children's rights, or leave their homes. This decision has become more urgent due to emerging laws affecting transgender Americans, with some families considering relocation.
Fisher explores themes of masculinity and parenting, highlighting how these fathers learn from each other and grow through vulnerability. Wade emphasizes that it's acceptable for men to seek answers and learn, a lesson he applies to his own parenting journey as Zaya enters college.




