“Who I am Not,” the latest installment of PBS’s “POV,” tells the story of Sharon-Rose Khumalo, a South African beauty queen whose life takes a dramatic turn after a medical discovery reveals she is intersex. This revelation throws her into a personal crisis, forcing her to confront deeply ingrained societal expectations surrounding gender.
The documentary also introduces Dimakatso Sebidi, a masculine-presenting intersex activist whose journey intertwines with Khumalo’s. Together, their stories offer a powerful lens through which to examine the challenges and stigmatization faced by intersex individuals in a world often rigidly defined by a binary view of gender.
This episode, the twelfth of “POV’s” 37th season, carries on the series’ tradition of presenting intimate and thought-provoking documentaries that tackle difficult social issues. The film raises crucial questions about identity, acceptance, and the fight for recognition in a world struggling to move beyond traditional gender norms. It airs on Monday, December 30, 2024 on PBS.
