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State of Firsts
Directed byChase Joynt
Produced byJenna Kelly, Justin Lacob
StarringSarah McBride
CinematographyMelissa Langer
Edited byChris McNabb
Production
companies
Optimist, XTR, Level Ground
Release date
  • 2025 (2025)
Running time
93 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

State of Firsts is a 2025 documentary film directed by Chase Joynt that follows the historic election and political journey of U.S. Representative Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender person elected to the United States Congress.[1] The film premiered at Tribeca Film Festival on June 11, 2025.[2]

Plot

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The film follows Sarah McBride during her campaign for Congress and the period after her historic election, documenting her efforts to navigate political responsibilities while facing public scrutiny and opposition tied to her identity. It highlights her responses to challenges in Washington, as well as the personal and professional pressures of becoming the first openly transgender member of the U.S. Congress.

The film includes a conversation between McBride and fellow U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, in which they discuss the pressures of being "firsts" in Congress and the challenges of navigating public attention and political scrutiny.[3]

Production

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State of Firsts was directed by Chase Joynt and filmed with immersive, behind-the-scenes access during Sarah McBride's 2024 congressional campaign and early tenure in office.[4]

Release

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State of Firsts made its world premiere at Tribeca Film Festival 2025.[2] It also premiered at DC/DOX Film Festival 2025.[5] The film was released in select theaters on June 12, 2026.[6]

Reception

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The Hollywood Reporter noted that State of Firsts presents a multifaceted portrayal of McBride, depicting her simultaneously as a public official and a symbolic figure. The review highlighted the film's focus on her efforts to balance these roles, suggesting that its exploration of the pressures and limitations of representation adds complexity beyond a purely celebratory narrative.[7]

References

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  1. ↑ Ramirez, Nikki McCann (June 6, 2025). "'I'm More Confident Now': Sarah McBride Reflects on Trans Attacks in Congress". Rolling Stone. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  2. 1 2 "State of Firsts | 2025 Tribeca Festival". Tribeca. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Rep. Sarah McBride Details Unique Bond with AOC Over the 'Spotlight' They've Both Faced in Congress (Exclusive)". People.com. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
  4. ↑ "Sarah McBride doc to premiere at Tribeca Film Festival | Advocate.com". www.advocate.com. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  5. ↑ "State of Firsts". DC/DOX. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
  6. ↑ Rummler, Orion (June 12, 2026). "In new documentary, Sarah McBride navigates anti-trans hate on her historic path to Congress". The 19th. Retrieved June 12, 2026.
  7. ↑ Fienberg, Daniel (June 9, 2025). "'State of Firsts' Review: Trans Congresswoman Sarah McBride Steps Into the Spotlight for a Doc That's More Than Your Average Political Puff Piece". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 14, 2025.
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