Giardiasis is a relatively common but often overlooked infection within the gay male community. Although it is not officially categorized as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it is frequently transmitted during sexual activities, particularly among gay men. It is primarily spread through practices such as oral-anal contact (commonly referred to as rimming) or any intimate…

En zo gebeurt het dat McKellen binnenkort te zien is in Dragged Through Time, Jacobs filmdebuut over duizend jaar LGBTQ+-geschiedenis en het queer-zijn van vandaag. De film, gemaakt door het jongererencollectief Notice Productions, gaat in première tijdens de allereerste Windsor and Eton Pride, deze zomer. In de film speelt McKellen oudoom Peter, een oudere man…

De uitspraak wordt toegejuicht door de Britse regering en anti-transactivisten, en legitimeert het uitsluiten van trans vrouwen van vrouwspecifieke ruimtes zoals opvanghuizen, ziekenhuisafdelingen en sportcompetities. Critici waarschuwen voor bredere discriminatie, vooral op de arbeidsmarkt en in de gezondheidszorg. De zaak ontstond in Schotland, waar de overheid trans vrouwen met een GRC had meegerekend in een…

A feature film by Sophie Dupuis, Solo immerses us in the world of a Montreal drag queen cabaret and pits its main character against two toxic love affairs. It stars Félix Maritaud in what is arguably the most detestable role of his career.  Montreal. Simon (Théodore Pellerin) is a sweet and passionate young man: he spends most…

A mix of offbeat comedy, thriller, and hetero-gay bromance, Marry My Dead Body is a funny cocktail, as likeable as it is effective, from Taiwan.  Ming-Han (Greg Han Hsu) is a handsome, hotheaded cop trying to climb the ranks and always craving action. Definitely over-motivated, he nevertheless has some serious flaws that could harm his career. Sometimes…

When searching for films featuring LGBTQ+ families, the selection is often limited. The queer cinema landscape has traditionally been dominated by stories centered around coming out, romantic relationships, sex comedies, and biographical dramas about historical figures. When family dynamics do appear, they are typically framed through the lens of a queer character’s relationship with their…

Disney Pixar has unveiled its first overtly Christian character in nearly two decades, introduced in the same animated series from which a trans storyline was recently removed. Many see this decision as a clear signal of Disney’s shifting priorities. Coupled with the company’s recent statement that it will scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion…

For every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. For many Americans, especially those concerned about the White House’s ongoing assaults on free speech, the right to assemble, the arts, LGBTQ+ rights, and trans identity, the urge to respond might be: “I’m going to get into drag.” It’s an exciting way to meet new people…

Canadian singer-songwriter Bells Larsen has announced the cancellation of his upcoming U.S. tour due to new visa regulations under the Trump administration targeting transgender applicants. Larsen, whose second album Blurring Time is set to release on April 25, had initially planned performances in New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other U.S. cities…

Yes, No, or Maybe is a short, one-hour anime that presents a charming and engaging love story, unfolding at a relaxed pace. The film delves into the theme of duality, particularly examining the contrast between outward perception and inner behavior. What stands out is how the narrative remains focused on its core message and concludes…

Director: Gustavo Nieto Roa Writer: Gustavo Nieto Roa, Katalina Boham, Mauricio Pichardo Country: Colombia Genre: Drama Language: Spanish Duration: 101 min Stars: Cecilia Suárez, Consuelo Luzardo, Deivi Duarte, Juan Pablo Gamboa, Julio Bracho, Kevin Bury, Maria Helena Doering “From the moment we are born, we begin to die, some sooner than others.” These words open Green Butterflies and set the tone — this is not merely a tale of…

Let me tell you my story. I met my ex in college. The reason I liked him was simple: his looks. Yes, I was a face lover at that time. Good looks made me ignore other factors. When we were young, who didn’t go through the stages of being naive and superficial? He is very…