Name: Faces of fortune
Genre: Short, Biography
Duration: 21 min
Cast: Terry Fortune

The biography, or "biopic", is a genre that portrays the life story of a real person, often a notable individual or historical figure. They aim to provide a depiction of the subject's personal history, achievements, challenges, and impact on society.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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Terry Fortune's life as drag queen in Cape Town's theatre world. An inspiring story of triumph, struggle, and unbreakable spirit that highlights the trans-formative power of performance.

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