Exclusive Interview: Survival of the Thickest creator & star Michelle Buteau on the final season of her hit Netflix comedy series “I got to show a world that I’m proud of”

Inspired by her own acclaimed book of essays, Michelle Buteau stars as Mavis Beaumont in the beloved Netflix comedy Survival of the Thickest. As well as co-creating, executive producing, and writing on the series, the third and final season sees Buteau take on directing duties for the poignant fifth episode. The series follows Mavis—Black, plus-size,... Continue Reading →

July 2, 2026 0

Exclusive Interview: Robin Byrd & filmmakers Jyllian Gunther & Stephanie Schwam on their stunning HBO doc Bang My Box The Robin Byrd Story

Before the internet and the ubiquity of social media influencers, there was Robin Byrd – the spirited, anything-goes New York City public access host, clad only in her signature black crochet bikini. From 1977 to 1998, Robin created, produced, and hosted the late-night call-in show that incorporated performances and interviews with adult entertainers and experimental... Continue Reading →

June 30, 2026 0

Exclusive Interview: the Pope of Trash John Waters revisits Hairspray & Desperate Living for new Criterion 4K restorations

In an inspired double bill, two John Waters classics, 1977's delectably filthy Desperate Living and 1988's surprisingly heartwarming Hairspray, have now been added to the Criterion Collection in vibrant new director-approved 4K restorations on UHD and Blu-ray packed with enticing special edition features. Following the unrepentant outrageousness of Pink Flamingos and Female Trouble, Waters brought... Continue Reading →

June 30, 2026 0

The Aesop Queer Library is open at select US stores this weekend

The Queer Library is open... Friday, June 26th through Sunday, June 28th sees the return of the Aesop Queer Library to select stores across the US in collaboration with the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU). Showcasing titles from LGBTQIA2S+ authors, both classic and contemporary, visitors are invited to take home a book of their... Continue Reading →

June 26, 2026 0

Exclusive Interview: filmmaker Jennifer M. Kroot & Sister Roma on Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence doc Hunky Jesus “joy is at the core of what we do”

Following its world premiere as the opening night film of the 40th BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, Jennifer M. Kroot's vibrant and uplifting Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence documentary, Hunky Jesus, recently received its East Coast premiere at the 28th annual Provincetown Film Festival. Next it will return to its spiritual home of San Francisco,... Continue Reading →

June 22, 2026 0

Film Review: Maddie’s Secret ★★★★

From the outside, Maddie Ralph (John Early) seems to have it all. She's a natural beauty with a handsome devoted husband, Jake (Eric Rahill), who cherishes and supports her, and an adoring fun-loving best friend and co-worker, Deena (Kate Berlant). With a passion for cooking and a flare for producing inspired vegetarian dishes, often involving... Continue Reading →

June 19, 2026 0

LGBTQ Critics announce 2026 Dorian TV Award nominations – Heated Rivalry & Hacks lead

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics have announced the nominees for the 17th Dorian TV Awards. The 565-member-strong organization, one of the largest entertainment journalists groups in the world, recognizes the best in television and streaming from mainstream content to queer-themed programs. Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov and Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander in Episode 104... Continue Reading →

June 17, 2026 0

“The love that connects us will never break” – trailer revealed for Netflix’s Heartstopper Forever

The trailer for Heartstopper Forever, the finale of Netflix's hit adaptation of Alice Oseman's graphic novel series, has just been released ahead of the global launch of the film on July 17th, 2026. Written by Oseman, Heartstopper Forever is directed by queer filmmaker Wash Westmoreland, whose 2016 feature Still Alice saw its star Julianne Moore... Continue Reading →

June 16, 2026 0

Queercore filmmaking doc Stand Tall Go Higher wraps production – exclusive trailer launch

Stand Tall Go Higher (Extraordinary Queer Filmmakers Kiki on Life), a feature documentary produced by Orphan Andy Films that highlights a diverse group of queer filmmakers exploring the tenets of queercore filmmaking, has wrapped principal photography. In intimate interviews, filmmakers explore how adverse circumstances including lack of resources and political/cultural hatred for the LGBTQ+ community... Continue Reading →

June 15, 2026 0

The Bible’s Belt – Film Review: Leviticus ★★★★

We’ve had our share of films about gay conversion therapy, such as the heavy dramas Boy Erased and The Miseducation Of Cameron Post, the campy But I’m A Cheerleader, and even the slasher film, They/Them, but Leviticus, the feature debut of writer-director Adrian Chiarella, finds its own lane by chillingly traversing such genres as coming... Continue Reading →

June 15, 2026 0