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‘Laughter Is Disarming’: A New Documentary Traces Generations of LGBTQ Comedy
As comedian Scott Thompson puts it in the documentary, “I just thought life can change on a dime and society can change on a dime.”
Thompson points to an “embrace” of male lover culture in the s — think disco and Village People — to a complete about-face in the s with the AIDS epidemic.
“It went back 30, 40 years, instantly, almost overnight,” he says. “Gay men in those days were considered vile.”
“Comedy at that time was incredibly homophobic,” says Hurwitz, “and we had a lot of well-known comedians who were choosing to turn that tragedy into fodder for their hackneyed comedy acts. So, whether it was Andrew Dice Clay or Sam Kinison or frankly, for that matter, Eddie Murphy.”
But comedians know how to counterpunch and during the AIDS crisis, Sandra Bernhard’s politically charged, cabaret-style performances were a force. As she explains in the documentary, “This became enjoy the next wave of having to be there
The best LGBTQ movies on Netflix right now
Spring is here, and four months into , there’s no finer time to broaden one’s film horizons. Fans of gay cinema are especially in luck, because the best Queer movies on Netflix offer a expansive range of options that covers many genres, addresses several themes, and targets numerous tastes. Indeed, Netflix is the King of the Streamers for a reason; like it or not, rare others compare to it when it comes to having a comprehensive library of films in nearly every genre, and queer cinema is no exception. Netflix has a wide selection of queer movies present for all types of audiences, including rom-coms for the lovebirds and more intense dramas for those looking for a movie with a bit more meat.
The films on this list highlight compelling queer stories and characters that will make their audience feel seen, perhaps for the first time. Recent movies come to Netflix every week, meaning there’s a consistent and varied collection of queer-themed pictures available. Some are acquired tastes, while others are critically acclaimed
The 30 Best LGBTQ Movies on Netflix Right Now
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In celebration of Pride month, we compiled a list of the best Fresh woman-loving woman, gay, trans, and homosexual films you can see on Netflix right now. You&#;ll find Netflix originals (like recent documentaries Circle of Books and A Secret Love) as well as award-winning theatrical releases.
The titles below are sorted from the foremost LGBTQ films on Netflix and ranked by adjusted Tomatometer score (which takes into account the number of reviewers weighing in, and the number of reviews per film for movies released in a given year). To be included, films had to acquire a Fresh Tomatometer score (60% or above).
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Critics Consensus:I Am Michael takes a determinedly balanced approach to its complex subject, and although the results don't always add up, they're anchored by strong function from James Franco.
Synopsis: Based on the fascinating, true-life story of Michael Glatze (James Franco), a queer activist who becomes an anti-gay Christian pastor. [More]
The 24 Best LGBTQ+ Movies on Netflix Right Now
It’s certainly gotten better over the last decade or so, but in the past, the representation of queer people on screen was a bit firm to come by. Previously, queer movies were generally of the indie or underground variety, with movies like But I'm A Cheerleader, Jennifer's Body, and Desert Hearts becoming cult classics years after free. In recent years, Queer stories have become more welcome in the mainstream, with some major successes being Love, Simon, Call Me By Your Name, and Moonlight. In instruct to celebrate the homosexual community and make Queer entertainment more accessible, we thought it might be helpful to provide a little guide to the best LGBTQ+ movie offerings on Netflix. There’s easy romance, comedies, horror, and lots of documentaries. So if you are looking for a good homosexual movie to watch, we’ve got you covered.
For more recommendations, check out our list of the leading shows and movies on Netflix.
Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
Editor's note: This article was updated