Yes that was almost certainly why. I just hadn't expected it. Most people I know would prefer you didn't know their dead name so you won't ever use it. She's very likeable & she likes traditionally GOP-coded activities, so I think she makes a good ambassador for trans women to some red state GOPers.

True. Of the trans folks I know only two have been okay with themselves even mentioning deadname, and even that was very specific uses for it. I'm glad to hear it's a good movie, and I really hope to see it soon.