Pluto's Gender

By teaching his sister about the nature of planets, a young astronomy professor, Gavin, reveals a hidden aspect of his own nature.

  • Hsiao-Hsia Huang
    Director
  • Stoy Ware
    Writer
  • Hsiao-Hsia Huang
    Producer
  • Shih-Hsuan Kuo
    Cinematographer
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Production Budget:
    1,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Chapman University
Director Biography - Hsiao-Hsia Huang

Hsiao Hsia (Charlotte) Huang is a female young writer-director from Taiwan, born in 1997. Inspired by the Taiwanese New Wave Cinema, she began making films at a young age. Her short films, Egg Man (2022) and Pluto's Gender (2021), have been recognized and selected for numerous film festivals, including Cannes Short Film Corner, Out on Film Festival, Beverly Hills Film Festival, Santa Monica Film Festival, Lady Filmmakers Festival, and Palm Beach International Film Festival. These achievements demonstrate her growing potential in the field of film directing.

Currently, Hsiao Hsia Huang is pursuing an MFA degree in Film Directing at Chapman University, which has allowed her to further refine her skills and explore new creative avenues. Her passion for film and dedication to her craft have led her to become a rising star in the world of cinema.

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Director Statement

I wanted to explore the theme of identity and the power of acceptance. I aimed to create a story that not only touches upon these issues but also portrays the importance of acceptance and love.

Through the playful and argumentative relationship between Sophie and Gavin, I wanted to demonstrate how people's perspectives on identity can differ and how those differences can lead to misunderstandings. Gavin's revelation about Pluto's "gender" serves as a metaphor for the complex nature of human identity, where definitions and labels can be limiting and imperfect.

Ultimately, "Sophie" is a story about love and acceptance. It's about the importance of listening to your heart and understanding the people you love, even if their identity may be different from your own. I hope this film will encourage audiences to embrace diversity and appreciate the complexities of human identity.