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Jo

Country: United States, Language: English, 7 mins

  • Director: April A. Wilson
  • Writer: April A. Wilson
  • Producer: Molly Williams; April A. Wilson

CGiii Comment

Read the blurb...because, nothing really happens - apart from some heavy-handed discrimination.

And, it has to be said...the padding for the 'male bulge' - c'mon!!!


Trailer...

Jo Trailer from April A. Wilson on Vimeo.

The(ir) Blurb...

Jo Alexander, a young trans-man, heads to his doctor's office for his first pap smear. Faced with the prejudices of the receptionist, other patients, and his doctor, Jo braves the most invasive medical exam of his life. Redressing himself, Jo rebuilds his confidence and leaves a stronger man.

Cast & Characters

Milon V. Parker as Jo;
Jen LaForte as Receptionist;
Shariba Rivers as Nurse Harris;
Dan Henrick as Dr. Vaughn;
Sofia Rosenberger as Little Girl;
Nicky Hilsen as Woman;
Molly Williams as New Woman Patient;
Lance Newton as Man;
Renee Rosenberger as Mother;
James Mitchell Rosenberger as Son