Documentary
United Kingdom
Tom Daley: Illegal to Be Me is a documentary film that follows world-renowned British Olympic diver Tom Daley as he journeys to some of the most homophobic countries in the Commonwealth to explore the challenges facing gay athletes. With over 70 countries in the Commonwealth criminalizing homosexuality, Daley sets out to discover how gay athletes are facing severe persecution and the exclusion and harassment they experience.
The film includes interviews with LGBT athletes and activists from Jamaica, Uganda, and India, among others, who share their stories of discrimination, intolerance, and violence. Daley also speaks with government officials, religious leaders, and representatives from sporting organizations to understand the root causes of homophobia in these communities.
Through his exploration, Daley highlights the urgent need for the Commonwealth Games to take action in protecting and supporting gay athletes as they compete. He calls on governments and sporting organizations to create more inclusive policies and to address discrimination within their communities.
Overall, Tom Daley: Illegal to Be Me sheds light on the struggles faced by LGBT athletes and advocates for broader societal change to ensure that all athletes feel welcome and safe to compete at the highest level.
