Portrait of a Lady on Fire

Two Queer Films and How They Tackle Queer Identity

Both featuring LGBT+ main characters, 'Love, Simon' and 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' showcase the difference between films that ask for acceptance and those that urge liberation.…

June 17, 2021

in an article about the female gaze, a man and woman staring at each other

You’ve Heard of the Male Gaze, but What About the Female Gaze?

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The discussion is gaining traction on TikTok: How do the two concepts compare and how can we identify them in media?…

February 4, 2021

An illustration depicting several character from popular wlw period pieces.

Why Are Movies About Queer Women Always Period Pieces?

Annika Salmi, Yale University

Films about women loving women are few and far between, and the few that do enter the mainstream tend to be problematic historical dramas.…

November 14, 2020

In a list of LGBTQ+ movies, a photo from Portrait of a Lady on Fire

Three Great LGBTQ+ Movies with Quality Queer Representation

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Looking for well-developed LGBTQ+ characters without the same overused tropes? Check out these films for a fulfilling viewing experience.…

August 21, 2020

In an article about movies to watch for Pride Month, an illustration by Yao Jian of a rabbit with rainbow glasses in a movie theater with popcorn

5 Movies and TV Shows To Cap Off Pride Month From Your Couch

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

It isn’t safe to host parades and parties this year, but that doesn’t mean you can't enjoy some LGBTQ pride in your living room.…

June 29, 2020

Noémie Merlant and Adèle Haenel in 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire'

How ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ Changes Same-Sex Love On-Screen

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

Céline Sciamma’s acclaimed film transforms how we think about nontraditional forms of love against an 18th century backdrop steeped in tradition.…

March 19, 2020

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