What genre is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?

Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?

D.B. Woodside, A.J. Johnson, Dyllón Burnside, Scott Swope, Maurice Alpharicio appear in the main cast.

Who directed Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?

Joe Carroll directed Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story.

How long is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?

Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story runs for 1h 57m (117 minutes).

Is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 4.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story (2025)

Name: Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story
Genre: Drama
Released: 2025
Duration: 117 min
Cast: D.B. Woodside, A.J. Johnson, Dyllón Burnside, Scott Swope, Maurice Alpharicio

Movie 1h 57m ★ 4.0/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

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Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is a drama movie from 2025. It is directed by Joe Carroll. The cast includes D.B. Woodside, A.J. Johnson and Dyllón Burnside. The running time is 1h 57m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 4.0 out of 10.

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Synopsis

Based on a powerful true-life story, Detroit native Dwen Curry moves to Oakland, California as a teen in the early 90s and overcomes depression, suicidal thoughts and drug addiction. He finds success as a salon owner and celebrity stylist to LisaRaye McCoy, Mariah Carey, YoYo, Missy Elliot, DMX, and more. Fueled by his desire for a lavish lifestyle and a drive to take care of those around him, Dwen leads a secret life as the criminal mastermind of an underground organization known as the Gay Gangsters, making millions from fraud. Dwen's life is even more complicated by his sexuality, identity, and struggles with self-acceptance as Dwen journeys from being a gay man to fully accepting herself as transgender. Dwen's rise to celebrity is followed by her fall when she is convicted for wire fraud and sent to prison. This coming of age tale is filled with glitz, glamour, and gangster moves as we witness Dwen's trials and eventual triumphs to survive and stand strong in her authentic truth.

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Questions about Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story

What genre is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?: Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?: D.B. Woodside, A.J. Johnson, Dyllón Burnside, Scott Swope, Maurice Alpharicio appear in the main cast.
Who directed Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?: Joe Carroll directed Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story.
How long is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?: Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story runs for 1h 57m (117 minutes).
Is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 4.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.