Sundance 2021: A Gay Trans Festival Recap!
R#J is gay because Romeo and Juliet are a canon U-Hauling Cancer for Cancer lesbian couple.
I’m Fucking Tired of Writing About Abuse and Sexual Violence Against Bi Women Like Evan Rachel Wood
Evan Rachel Wood, the epidemic of sexual violence against bi+ people, and why we’re so tired of waiting for people to listen.
What If “When Harry Met Sally” Was a Feminist Lesbian Love Story? Emily Hashimoto Has the Answer with “A World Between”
“The trajectory with their partner or ex-partner and or friend or whoever is not linear; it’s, for some women, this big zig zagging: friends for five years, then date for ten years and then maybe be enemies for two years, and then you’re friends again… I felt like we don’t always see that in love stories.”
Pop Culture Fix: Jen Richards Joins “Clarice” to Put Buffalo Bill’s “Complicated Legacy” Into Perspective
The Golden Globes are such a joke (but there were a few things to celebrate), almost all the CW’s queer shows are renewed, Dolly Parton refused Trump’s offer for a Presidential Medal of Freedom twice, and more!
32 Queer Covers Of Songs by Straight Artists Because Everything’s Better When It’s Gayer
Some of the best gay covers from new artists and also your faves including Tracy Chapman, Brandy Carlile, Tayla Parks, Me’Shell NdegéOcello, kd Lang, Joan Jett, Halsey and Santana Lopez.
“Two of Us” Exclusive Clip: Two “Old Dykes” Fight for Love in France’s Oscar Entry
Two of Us follows neighbors Nina (Barbara Sukowa) and Madeline (Martine Chevallier), who have been in a relationship for years, as Madeline struggles to finally come out to her adult children, and Nina grows weary of waiting.
Sundance 2021: “The World to Come” Is an Extraordinary Lesbian Romance Ruined By Casey Affleck
The cinematography, the sound design, the direction of the actors — it all culminates in a remarkable cinematic experience. And yet every time Affleck was on-screen, I felt chilled.
No Filter: SARA. RAMIREZ. WITH. PURPLE. HAIR.
Niecy Nash on Cicely Tyson, Indya Moore on not being for consumption, and oh to be a small dog under Chef Melissa King’s feet.
Also.Also.Also: It’s Been Almost 24 Hours, and I Still Can’t Stop Thinking about AOC
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took to her Instagram Live to talk about trauma and the January 6th Capitol Riot. Remembering how Sophie made you feel, Black fashion historians on Black culture’s most influential moments, and every single trade news from the WNBA Free Agency period that you can imagine.
Sundance 2021: “My Name Is Pauli Murray” Shines Brightest When Pauli Murray Takes the Lead
Pauli Murray was unspeakably brilliant, and their warmth is best captured on their own terms. With over 141 boxes of writings, 800 photographs, and dozens of tapes — the documentary “My Name Is Pauli Murray” shines brightest when it lets Murray take the reigns.
QUIZ: What Kind of Queer Valentine’s Date Are You?
And what kind of toy are you bringing? 👀
“The Truth About Jane” Is Dated as Heck, and That’s a Very Good Thing
The dialogue isn’t exactly elegant — though there is one deeply quotable moment when Jane’s lesbian teacher asks her what’s wrong and Jane says, “I’m gay and everyone hates me!!!!!!”
Batwoman Episode 203 Recap: Bat Girl Magic!
Y’all, the scream I let out when BATWOMAN flies down, sticks the landing, and power poses in a wig that Beyoncé would be proud of. And yes, I said Batwoman. Because Ryan finally moved from putting on the suit to wearing the suit. Do you see her now?
#PolyamoryProblems: How Do I Stop Getting Vetoed by My Dates’ Partners?
You’ve been vetoed — that truly sucks! A veto is where each person in a relationship has the power to end the other person’s relationships — “I vote against you dating this person. Break up with them now because I said so and I’m the most important, thanks!!”
Pop Culture Fix: The Kate McKinnon Sketch Rachel Maddow Says Is the Best One in 100 Years
A tribute to Cicely Tyson’s most iconic roles, Harley Quinn season three is a go, celebrating Black LGBTQ+ athletes every day of Black History Month, The Real Housewives’ lesbian problem, and more!
What’s New and Gay To Stream in February 2021
What’s new with LGBTQ characters on HBO Max, Amazon, Hulu and Netflix this month? Let’s find out together!
Make the Call: Biden Signed a Landmark LGBTQ+ Executive Order; We Still Need the Equality Act
We need the Equality Act to be the law of the land, because trans rights can’t be here one day, gone the next every time there’s an election.
Sundance 2021: “We’re All Going to the World’s Fair” Is a Horrifying Trans Vlogging Experience
That’s what’s so special about watching a film from a trans filmmaker this audacious and experimental. It doesn’t have to engage with transness in the expected ways to resonate with a trans audience.
“To L and Back” L Word Podcast Episode 601: Long Night’s Journey Into Day
“Womp, womp, womp. It’s the new Shane theme song. It used to be a gnarly guitar riff and now it’s a sad trombone.”
What Lesbian Stereotypes Our Merch Represents (and a 30% Off Code!)
The Autostraddle store is full of some of the best gay merch you’ll ever lay your little gay eyes on.