Get ready for a cinematic rollercoaster that’s about to drop some serious legal heat at this year’s Frameline film festival.

Chase Strangio isn’t just another lawyer – he’s a trailblazing transgender attorney making Supreme Court history, and a new documentary is spilling all the tea. “Heightened Scrutiny” is more than just a film; it’s a powerful narrative about fighting for trans rights when the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Breaking Barriers, Making Waves

Strangio is breaking ground as the first out transgender attorney to argue before the US Supreme Court, tackling Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. The documentary doesn’t just tell his story – it amplifies a crucial conversation about bodily autonomy and rights that impact everyone.

Beyond the Courtroom

Director Sam Feder isn’t just making a legal documentary; he’s crafting a powerful statement about intersectionality. “This is about reproductive rights, trans rights, immigrant rights – it’s all connected,” Feder told the Chronicle. The film features powerful voices like Laverne Cox and Elliot Page, dissecting how media bias shapes public perception of trans rights.

A Timely Premiere

In a wild twist of timing, the Supreme Court’s decision might drop right during the Frameline festival, potentially making this screening even more electric. With a pre-show performance by the New Voices Bay Area Transgender, Intersex, Genderqueer Choir and a post-screening Q&A, this isn’t just a movie – it’s an experience.

Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours before this groundbreaking documentary sells out!