2025 | Netherlands | Documentary

Boxing Against the Binary

  • Dutch, English - 17 mins
  • Director | Esmée van Loon
  • Writer | -
  • Producer | Esmée van Loon

STATUS: Completed

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“Every body can exercise and move,” a member of Rotterdam-based Queer Gym explains; however, not every person feels comfortable in typical sports environments that often hone in on heteronormative beauty ideals and fitness aspirations. That’s why Romy started Queer Gym, a safe space in Rotterdam, where queer folk can comfortably enjoy sports and exercise. Through intimate conversations with members, trainers and owner Romy, Esmée van Loon’s endearing portrait reveals a true physical need for spaces where queer communities can discover their own strengths.

documentary queer community safe space fitness LGBTQ+
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