Queer Movie under the Stars
Wed, Aug 20
|Musquodoboit Harbour
We will be watching "Venus" - A dramatic comedy about a transitioning woman who discovers that she's the mother of a 14 year old boy. Hosted in partnership with the Musquodoboit Train station
Time & Location
Aug 20, 2025, 8:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Musquodoboit Harbour, 7895 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0, Canada
About the event
Venus (2017), directed by Eisha Marjara, is a heartfelt Canadian dramedy that explores identity, family, and transformation through a refreshingly light lens. The story follows Sid, an Indo-Canadian who has recently come out as a transgender woman. Just as she begins navigating her transition, Sid is surprised by the arrival of Ralph—a spirited 14-year-old boy who claims to be her biological son from a teenage relationship.
As Sid grapples with her evolving identity, she must also confront the complexities of parenthood, cultural expectations, and romantic relationships. Ralph embraces the idea of having a transgender parent, but hasn’t told his mother or stepfather about reconnecting with Sid. Meanwhile, Sid’s boyfriend Daniel struggles with coming out himself, adding another layer of tension and growth.
The film blends humor and emotion, offering a warm portrayal of a modern family formed at the intersection of gender, generation, and culture. Would you like a version of…