JACK AND ANNA

Based on true events from the early 1900s, “Jack and Anna” tells the story of a young couple whose happy life on their farm is suddenly shattered when Jack’s biggest secret is revealed: the fact that he is a woman named Helen. After the revelation, Helen is put on trial for cross-dressing and same-sex marriage.

Director's Bio:

Ksenia Ivanova is a Chicago-based filmmaker. Originally from Russia, she has dreamed of being a filmmaker since her childhood. Ksenia attended The Russian State University of Cinematography (VGIK) and while a student worked on Russian TV shows for several years. After graduating from Moscow Film School, she continued to work on TV shows and made three independent projects as a film producer and director. Ksenia’s films have been screened at a multitude of film festivals around the globe where she has won quite a few awards.