‘Will & Harper shows what trans allyship can – and should – look like’
Just Like Us ambassador Casey Browne discusses the impact of Netflix’s groundbreaking new documentary Will & Harper and the importance of trans allyship WORDS BY CASEY BROWNE When I think of Will Ferrell, I think of his fantastically, ingeniously stupid films like Elf and Blades of Glory.
But the new documentary Will & Harper, which explores the 30-year friendship between Ferrell and comedy writer Harper Steele, who transitioned during the pandemic, turns that perception on its head.
This affectionate road trip buddy movie features an unseen depth to Ferrell, as he joins Steele on a trip across America, providing an honest and heartfelt portrayal of their relationship.
It’s illuminating, timely, and gently funny. But what makes this documentary so impactful is that it celebrates friendship, identity, and acceptance, shedding light on the journey of a trans woman and her enduring bond with Ferrell.
