"Casa Susanna: Unveiling the Underground Haven for Trans Women and Queens"

The documentary "Casa Susanna" explores the history of Casa Susanna, a boardinghouse community in the Catskills that provided a safe haven for cross-dressing men and transgender women in the 1950s and '60s. The film delves into the lives of the community members, their struggles, and the rules they followed. Director Sébastien Lifshitz highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating diverse identities, especially in the face of current anti-trans laws. The documentary airs on PBS as part of "American Experience."