Tag: LGBTQ
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I’m a Friend Of Dorothy – Judy Garland as a Gay Icon
A code adopted by gay men and LGBTQ+ individuals in general to subtly disclose your identity to another, “friend of Dorothy” is widely considered to originate with Judy Garland.
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‘Morbius’ Uses Vampirism as a Queer Allegory
After two months of refusing to see this movie, I have decided that it’s finally Morbin’ time. After its re-release as a box office bomb; I watched it just to laugh at it. But, I was also surprised, because ‘Morbius’ is a queer allegory.
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I’ve Got A ‘Crush’ On You…And I’m Not Too Old To Say It
Hulu’s ‘Crush’ leaves you giddy, light, hopeful, and, yes, all crushed out on the possibility of what? You got it, your next crush.
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We’ve Always Been Here: 5 Openly Gay Hollywood Stars From The Past
These openly gay Hollywood figures risked so much by being honest about their sexuality: judgment, loss of employment, hate – even violence and death.
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Twin Peaks: Why LGBTQ Ally Depiction is Crucial
Portraying how easy it is to be an ally heavily benefits the majority audience. The more we encourage it, normalize it, and give people the tools to become one, the sooner we can co-exist peacefully.
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The ABCs of Abbott Elementary: Janine Goes To School
Check out the ABCs of Abbott Elementary – Cast & Reviews – In ‘Abbott Elementary’ showrunner and star Quinta Brunson highlights common issues among teachers deserving of Superhero Status.
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Why The Queer Community Loves The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky Horror Picture Show not only supported Tim curry queer individuals who were closeted or harassed. It made people question their identity, orientation, and lifestyles that they never had before.
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Love, Regret, and Art: Pandemic Lessons from Station Eleven and The Real World
The three themes of lessons learned from HBO Max’s Station Eleven are the same as the pandemic: love, regret, and art.
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Why Caves and Trans Allegories Will Get You Through ‘The Matrix’ Saga
What makes The Matrix saga fascinating is the symbolism of caves and trans allegories
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Trans Representation Through Disney’s ‘Mulan’
Mulan had to struggle to feel like herself and see herself properly. Some of us have to strive to have our reflection mimic what’s inside. We have to crawl. We have to fight.