The upcoming genre-bending twisted thriller is a subversive must-watch with just the right hint of camp. Within the world of horror, sexual and social norms are subverted in a struggle for survival.

Whether making outsiders powerful villains or allowing those who live outside of social expectations to ultimately triumph, the conventions of the wider world no longer matter when the stakes are life or death.

Upcoming horror-thriller Companion is a reminder of the powerful appeal that the genre holds for queer audiences. With a cast that features scream queen Sophie Thatcher and queer faves Harvey Guillén and Lukas Gage, Companion follows AI companion Iris as she battles to find autonomy and live authentically (relatable!).

Below, we unpack the film’s resonance for LGBTQIA+ and female audiences. Companion stars our fave scream queen Sophie Thatcher (a breakout star of Yellowjackets) as Iris.

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