Understanding Myself as an Amphibian
May 03, 2026 · 1h 3m
Director
May MatchimOverview
This queer ecology documentary explores the sexual diversity of the wildlife around us. Director May Matchim draws connections between these incredible species and her own journey accepting her Transness. The title is a reference to the green frog, an amphibian which is able to change its sex as it matures. This film includes a variety of animal and plant subjects, including same-sex bird parents raising chicks together, and a group of salamanders that's entirely female. It also examines the exclusionary attitudes in biology and conservation throughout time, and how these attitudes have influenced our understanding of animal behaviour.
Cast of Understanding Myself as an Amphibian
Crew of Understanding Myself as an Amphibian
About Understanding Myself as an Amphibian
What is Understanding Myself as an Amphibian about?
This queer ecology documentary explores the sexual diversity of the wildlife around us. Director May Matchim draws connections between these incredible species and her own journey accepting her Transness. The title is a reference to the green frog, an amphibian which is able to change its sex as it matures. This film includes a variety of animal and plant subjects, including same-sex bird…
When was Understanding Myself as an Amphibian released?
Understanding Myself as an Amphibian was released on May 3, 2026.
How long is Understanding Myself as an Amphibian?
Understanding Myself as an Amphibian runs 1 hour 3 minutes (63 minutes).
Who directed Understanding Myself as an Amphibian?
Understanding Myself as an Amphibian was directed by May Matchim.
Who is in the cast of Understanding Myself as an Amphibian?
The cast of Understanding Myself as an Amphibian includes Aino Pihlak, Dr Ahmed Allahwala, Dr. Cate Sandilands, Danny Ko and Karyn Anderson.