Both (2005): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2005, Both is a drama film directed by Lisset Barcellos, running about 86 minutes. “Haunted by memories of her long-lost hermaphrodite brother, a stunt double discovers that her sexual identity is a tissue of lies created by her parents and doctors.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Rebeca Duarte is a strong woman and resolute bisexual. Drawn to the risk and adrenaline-rush that her job provides, outsiders think Rebeca must have it all together. But Rebeca is still looking for something more. When she receives an unexpected package from an aunt, Rebeca’s neatly wrapped life begins to unravel. The package contains a photo album of her family in Peru, including pictures of her brother, who died before Rebeca could know him. The photos set off memories that cannot be silenced. As she follows the leads, Rebeca learns a truth about herself that shakes her to the core: the brother she was always told about was, in fact, herself. Rebeca learns of her childhood diagnosis as a hermaphrodite and the ensuing surgery that turned her “officially” into a girl. A compelling and skillful telling of a necessary story, BOTH is based on the experiences of the filmmaker as well as those of many other intersex adults.

Who’s in it. Both stars Fabrizio Aguilar as Roberto, Ximena Ameri as Roberto's wife, Pablo Barcellos as Pedrito and J.D. Brumback as Rogelio (mechanic), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.9/10, Both has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Both page.

If you liked it. Fans of Both tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.