LGBTQ+

DISOBEDIENCE: Another Addition To Lelio’s Interloper Cinema
DISOBEDIENCE: Another Addition To Lelio’s Interloper Cinema

Lacking emotional honesty, Disobedience from director Sebastián Lelio fails to create believable, organic tension between its characters and translate an understanding of the films primary cultural focus and subject matter.

Tribeca Film Festival: Oppression, Fear & Freedom Dominate In DISOBEDIENCE, LEMONADE, THE GIRL AND THE PICTURE & NICE
Tribeca Film Festival: Oppression, Fear & Freedom Dominate In DISOBEDIENCE, LEMONADE, THE GIRL AND THE PICTURE & NICE

In this Tribeca Film Festival Round-up, Stephanie Archer looks at the films she saw that found that dominated their central focus and inspiration in oppression, fear and freedom.

120 BPM: Activists Come Alive
BPM (BEATS PER MINUTE): Activists Come Alive

It takes a lot to stand out among the numerous films about the AIDS crisis, but Campillo has managed to craft one that’s certain to stand the test of time. Distinctive characters and an astute understanding of what made ACT UP so memorable shines through in 120 BPM.

Queer Cinema, LOVE, SIMON & The Problem Of Heterosexual Spectatorship
Queer Cinema, LOVE, SIMON & The Problem Of Heterosexual Spectatorship

Love, Simon may be a cute addition to the romantic comedy genre, but Film Inquiry writer Tessa Bahoosh argues that despite its abundance of charm, the film is more concerned with appealing to straight audiences, rather than the closeted kids who need it.

LOVE, SIMON: Parity Through Mediocrity
LOVE, SIMON: Parity Through Mediocrity

In a move that stands out, Love, Simon is being pushed as an out and proud LGBTQ…

THE DEATH AND LIFE OF MARSHA P. JOHNSON: A Unique, Historical Perspective on Transgender Rights
THE DEATH AND LIFE OF MARSHA P. JOHNSON: A Unique, Historical Perspective On Transgender Rights

The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson is a rewarding experience and a tragic story filled with heartbreaking real-life characters, but their own humor and joy helps to balance out the very grim tidings.

SEBASTIAN: The Subtle Power of Intimacy
SEBASTIAN: The Subtle Power of Intimacy

Sebastian, the directorial debut of James Fanizza is a heartfelt and honest portrayal of the small moments that lead towards falling in love.

BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN: The Importance And Brilliance Of The Snubbed Best Picture Nominee
BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN: The Importance & Brilliance Of The Snubbed Best Picture Nominee

We look back to the 2006 Academy Awards when Brokeback Mountain, a groundbreaking film about two homosexual cowboys, was snubbed for Best Picture in potentially the most controversial decision in Oscar history.

RIFT: Strangers By The Mountain
RIFT: Strangers By The Mountain

The accomplished acting, stunning cinematography, and solid direction keeps Rift constantly engaging and steeped with talent, absolving it of its genre short-comings.

Interview: New Film Series Unifies & Broadens Miami’s Queer Landscape
Interview: New Film Series Unifies & Broadens Miami’s Queer Landscape

Juan Barquin and Trae DeLellis, curators of the drag film series FLAMING CLASSICS, reside in Miami, where they’ve witnessed a renaissance in their city’s arts and LGBTQ scene.

REBELS ON POINTE: A Delightful Dance Documentary With A Dark Side
REBELS ON POINTE: A Delightful Dance Documentary With A Dark Side

If viewed out of the context of recent events, Rebels on Pointe is an enjoyable and inspirational look inside the world of a unique group of artists that will make you eager to take in one of their performances in real life as soon as possible.

The Insistent Heteronormativity Of THE SHAPE OF WATER
The Insistent Heteronormativity Of THE SHAPE OF WATER

The Shape of Water, Guillermo del Toro’s tenth feature-length film is his most lauded since…

SATURDAY CHURCH: A Colorful Tale of Belonging
SATURDAY CHURCH: A Colorful Tale Of Belonging

Saturday Church is a story of hope and redemption and yet another “need to see” tale, of a group of people deemed “different” by society, that ends up proving how alike we all actually are.

JUST CHARLIE: Willing Empathy Into Being

Director Rebekah Fortune’s Just Charlie is an empathetic transgender coming out tale that slowly becomes a moving story of self-acceptance.

FREAK SHOW: Alex Lawther Dazzles In A Transformative, Career-Making Performance
FREAK SHOW: Alex Lawther Dazzles In A Transformative, Career-Making Performance

FREAK SHOW: Alex Lawther Dazzles In A Transformative, Career-Making Performance