Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2025-02-15
- Runtime: 117 minutes
- Rating: 4/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3919
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
A.J. Johnson
as Cynthia Curry
Dyllón Burnside
as Dwen Curry
D.B. Woodside
as Uncle Leon
Scott Swope
as
Maurice Alpharicio
as
Dominique Toney
as
Greg Mathis Jr.
as
David Hammond
as
Chantal Maurice
as
Chanel Mack
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2025-02-15.
Who are the main actors in Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
The main cast includes A.J. Johnson, Dyllón Burnside, D.B. Woodside, Scott Swope, Maurice Alpharicio, .
Where can I watch Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is available.
Is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story has an IMDb rating of 4/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story filmed?▼
Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
The total runtime of Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story is 117 minutes.
Is Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story.
Does Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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