Linus Graybill

Linus will create a short documentary video that will examine the experiences and ramifications of being a man without a penis in gay male spaces. As a gay-identified female-to-male (FTM) transsexual, he will interview other gay FTMs about their experiences, both social and sexual, in gay male spaces as men seeking other men. He will also interview biological gay men about their views and understanding of the transgender community in order to compare and contrast these different perspectives. This video will be presented at the Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference in March 2007 and other gatherings to encourage dialogue and community building. The video aims to increase the visibility of gay FTMs in the larger mainstream gay community and challenge sexism and transphobia within the mainstream gay and lesbian community, as well as inspire personal acceptance and a network of support within the gay FTM community.