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Schoenbrun Debuts “Teenage Sex and Death” Exploring Trauma, Trans Identity

8/9/2026

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Jane Schoenbrun premiered the film *Teenage Sex and Death* at Camp Miasma in New York on Aug. 5, 2026.
The cast includes Hannah Einbinder as Kris, Gillian Anderson as Billy Presley, and Jack Haven as Little Death.
Schoenbrun said candy symbolism creates a safe space for exploring trauma, sexuality and trans identity.
They argued that fiction can inspire reality, a reciprocal relationship that could liberate cultural norms.

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Story summary

Jane Schoenbrun premiered the film *Teenage Sex and Death* at Camp Miasma in New York on Aug. 5, 2026.
The cast includes Hannah Einbinder as Kris, Gillian Anderson as Billy Presley, and Jack Haven as Little Death.
Schoenbrun said candy symbolism creates a safe space for exploring trauma, sexuality and trans identity.
They argued that fiction can inspire reality, a reciprocal relationship that could liberate cultural norms.