The Road to Sydney

Overview

A documentary that follows the life of Jay Loyola, a Filipina transgender dancer and choreographer, from her early years training and performing traditional dance in the Philippines to her later move to the United States. After transitioning and taking the name Sydney, the film documents the practical consequences of this change, including job loss and housing insecurity. Shot over several years, it traces her movements between the U.S. and the Philippines and her decision to return home, where she revisits places from her past, reconnects with family members, and continues her artistic practice.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

November 19, 2025

Original language

English

Spoken languages

english

Production

wanderlustproject films,OneUp Film Studios,OneUp Film Studios, wanderlustproject films

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt37169919