Tag: LGBT films

A Redditor recently asked fellow users to name the first LGBT movie they watched, and the responses ranged from 1980s erotic horror films to ‘90s indie darlings to modern-day blockbusters. As these commenters can probably attest, there’s nothing quite like seeing yourself reflected on screen… “I still clearly remember watching my first gay movie. It was Taekwondo, directed by Marco Berger. I downloaded it online without telling anyone and watched it on my computer alone in my room one night....

From God's Own Country to Call Me By Your Name, is this year's crop of queer films the strongest yet? 10 Battle of the Sexes Movies featuring prominent LGBTI characters are usually, for better or for worse, made on a shoestring budget. But not sports drama Battle of the Sexes, funded to the tune of a cool $25m (£18.5m, €21.3m). Currently making its impact worldwide (grossing $17.5m thus far), it’s no doubt benefiting from the star power of Emma Stone, winner of...

We take a look at film’s most unforgettable LGBT+ power couples. Queer cinema has come a long way in the last few decades; no longer do LGBT+ couples have to keep their love a secret – they can enjoy happy (and disastrous) relationships like their straight counterparts. Here are some are the most memorable power couples from the big screen. Carol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4z7Px68ywk Although Carol didn’t sweep up at the Oscars last year, as expected, it still gained nominations for its two stars – the...