CSUN’s Women’s Research and Resource Center hosted an exclusive screening and Q&A of the film, “The Danish Girl,” with guest speakers Cadence Valentine and Trista Hidalgo Wednesday night at the University Student Union Theatre.
The Women’s Research and Resource Center greeted students with a warm welcome and free popcorn at the entrance of the USU Theatre.
Directed by Tom Hooper, “The Danish Girl”, is a love story inspired by the lives of Danish artists Gerda Wegener, played by Alicia Vikander, and Einar Wegener, played by Eddie Redmayne. Gerda and Einar’s marriage, lives, and lives as artists evolve as they navigate Einar’s groundbreaking journey as a transgender pioneer.
Cadence Valentine and Trista Hidalgo, both CSUN alumni, consulted Eddie Redmayne in his performance. Valentine embarked on her own journey as a transgender individual years ago with her life partner by her side, Hidalgo. The couple used their personal and life experiences to guide and consult Redmayne in his performance as Lili Elbe.
The Q&A consisted of personal and intimate questions, life experiences from both Valentine, Hidalgo as well as the students, a discussion of the film and Redmayne’s performance over all.
