A Brief Exploration of LGBTQ+ Depictions in ’80s Cinema
What many don’t realize is the LGBTQ+ symbolism and depictions that lingers in certain films from the 1980s.
What many don’t realize is the LGBTQ+ symbolism and depictions that lingers in certain films from the 1980s.
Lil Nas X gives us layers in “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)”, a visually-dynamic story about desire, hypocritical judgement from others, and even judgment from himself.
‘The Thing About Harry’ hits the notes of trope-filled romances we know and love while also being funny, sometimes painful, and hella relatable.
Special Interest doesn’t care what you think about them.
What started as an Instagram page, with “personals” in the traditional newspaper ad format, is now an app which fosters community for queer folk in various ways — finding partners, friends, roommates, protest-buddies, work collaborations, and more.
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