Plot
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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Cast
A.J. Johnson
Cynthia Curry
Dyllón Burnside
Dwen Curry
D. B. Woodside
Uncle Leon
Scott Swope
Maurice Alpharicio
Dominique Toney
Greg Mathis Jr.
David Hammond
Chantal Maurice
Chanel Mack
Sal Rendino
Erika Norell
Devin Nikki Thomas
Todd Kim Sue
Mike Rob
Jesse Lewis IV
Rodrick Covington
Max James Palmer
Monroe Alise
Unique Jenkins
Faith Malonte
Chaz Riddle
Cornelius Bryant
Branden Gleason
Mikeski
Emery Lavell Johnson
Peighton Brown
Brian Foreman
Tanya Hutchins
Serena M. Lee
Astaris-Michael Yates
Ajia Whitehurst
Iris Saditu
Carlton Marshall
Jessica Soares
James Epperson
Bing Chen
Edward Harvey
Ryesawne
