The representation of transgender characters and stories in mainstream cinema has been a significant development. Films like "The Danish Girl" (2015) and "Sense and Sensuality" (2017, a short film) have brought transgender stories to a wider audience. However, the portrayal of transgender characters by cisgender actors and the often-tragic narrative tropes associated with these stories have sparked debates within the film industry and among audiences.
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