Micky Angelo Petrillo brings his powerful story of identity, transformation, humor, and acceptance to Brooklyn for a special screening and filmmaker Q&A.
BROOKLYN, NY — October 9, 2026 — Brooklyn, get ready! Micky Angelo Petrillo is bringing his extraordinary story, fearless personality, and unapologetic message of acceptance to the big screen as his documentary, Call Me Micky, has been named an Official Selection of the 2026 REEL EXPOSURE Film Festival & Cultural Experience, taking place Saturday, October 24, at Brooklyn Commons in New York.
The event, running from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, will celebrate independent filmmaking, creativity, community, and the power of authentic storytelling. The evening will feature screenings of selected independent films, conversations with filmmakers, audience participation, and opportunities to connect with the creative community.
For Petrillo, however, the screening represents something much bigger than another film festival appearance. It is another opportunity to challenge stereotypes, encourage understanding, and demonstrate that the most powerful way to change someone’s perspective is often through an honest conversation, a little laughter, and a genuine human connection.
“My mission is to change the perception people have of the trans community through humor and a radical connection,” Petrillo explains.
And that mission is at the very heart of Call Me Micky.
A Documentary That Challenges Perceptions and Celebrates Authenticity
Call Me Micky takes audiences into the remarkable life of Micky Angelo Petrillo, a transgender man whose journey of self-discovery, personal transformation, and determination to live authentically offers a deeply human perspective on identity and acceptance.
Rather than allowing his story to be defined by stereotypes or political arguments, Petrillo approaches life with humor, honesty, courage, and a refreshing willingness to answer the questions many people are afraid to ask.
His philosophy is simple: meaningful change begins when people stop judging one another and start talking.
Through his documentary, Petrillo invites audiences to look beyond labels and discover the person behind the story. His experiences offer moments of vulnerability, resilience, laughter, and inspiration, reminding viewers that every human being deserves the freedom to live authentically.
The documentary has already earned recognition on the independent film festival circuit, including Best Documentary at the New York Transgender Film Festival and the Spirit of Pride Award at the Susquehanna LGBTQ Film Festival.
Its selection for REEL EXPOSURE continues that journey, bringing Petrillo’s message to another audience eager to experience independent cinema that entertains, challenges, and inspires.
Brooklyn Audiences Will Have the Chance to Ask Micky Anything
One of the highlights of the October 24 event will be the opportunity for audiences to participate in a filmmaker conversation and Q&A.
Petrillo isn’t interested in avoiding difficult subjects. In fact, he welcomes them.
“Bring your tough questions. I’m willing to answer them all!” Petrillo says.
That openness has become a defining part of his approach to advocacy and storytelling.
At a time when conversations surrounding transgender identity can become deeply polarized, Petrillo believes that humor, personal experiences, and direct communication can create connections that arguments rarely achieve.
His willingness to engage with people from different backgrounds and perspectives makes Call Me Micky more than a documentary. It becomes an invitation to listen, learn, laugh, and perhaps leave the theater seeing the world a little differently.
REEL EXPOSURE: More Than a Film Festival
The 2026 REEL EXPOSURE Film Festival & Cultural Experience promises an evening that combines independent cinema with cultural celebration and community engagement.
Presented with the involvement of Siren Unplugged and Good Fortune Movement, the event will bring filmmakers, artists, film enthusiasts, and supporters of independent storytelling together under one roof.
The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 5:00 PM, followed by opening remarks and two screening blocks featuring selected independent short films.
At 8:25 PM, the festival will present Behind the Lens: Filmmaker Conversation, followed by an audience Q&A at 8:50 PM and filmmaker recognition at 9:10 PM.
The celebration concludes with music, cocktails, networking, and opportunities for guests to connect with the filmmakers.
For audiences attending specifically to support Call Me Micky, the evening offers a rare opportunity to experience the documentary in a festival setting and participate in the conversations that make independent filmmaking so important.
One Man. One Story. A Message That Matters.
Micky Angelo Petrillo isn’t simply sharing his life story. He is using it to build bridges.
His journey, described through the idea of walking the earth first as a woman and then as a man, offers a perspective shaped by experiences that few people have the opportunity to understand firsthand.
Yet the underlying message is universal.
Everyone wants to be seen. Everyone wants to be understood. And everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life that reflects who they truly are.
Through Call Me Micky, Petrillo is demonstrating that authenticity, compassion, and a healthy sense of humor can be powerful forces for change.
As the documentary continues its festival journey, each screening creates another opportunity to reach people who might otherwise never hear his story.
And on October 24, that conversation comes to Brooklyn.
Watch out, Brooklyn. Micky is coming — and he’s bringing a story worth hearing!
Event Information
Event: REEL EXPOSURE Film Festival & Cultural Experience 2026
Featured Documentary: Call Me Micky
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Brooklyn Commons, Brooklyn, New York
Admission: $30, including cocktails and food
Special Features: Independent film screenings, filmmaker conversations, audience Q&A, networking, and cultural experiences
Organizers: Siren Unplugged and Good Fortune Movement
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