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Matrix director Lilly Wachowski says she can't get Hollywood to fund her new all-trans movie
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Faefyx Collington , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway The movie is currently in late-stage production and requires $10 million to move forward.
Filmmaker Lilly Wachowski is facing challenges in securing funding for her new movie, The Hunted. The project, which features a trans cast, has stalled due to a lack of support from Hollywood executives. The movie is currently in late-stage production and requires $10 million to move forward.
Wachowski has expressed that the script has been well-received, but the all-trans cast is a deterrent for investors. Further details about The Hunted and Wachowski's efforts to secure funding are available from local sources, including an interview on The Business podcast.
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Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: LGBTQ Nation ·
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