Another queer film set against the backdrop of religion, Mysterious Ways offers a fresh and unique conflict. Unlike many others, the focus here is on the internal struggles that a gay couple faces, both with themselves and each other, before they even begin to confront the challenges that society imposes on them. In an era…

*Ganymede* is a bit of a mixed bag, functioning primarily as a coming-of-age queer drama while intertwining elements of horror. With its underlying theme of religious homophobia, it’s a semi-horror film—not in a traditional scary way, but more through its subtle, unsettling subtext. The movie challenges us to confront the painful bigotry and abuse faced…

Queer holiday films have the potential to create a warm, cozy atmosphere, but the timing has to be just right for them to work. Unfortunately, this particular movie is so sluggish in its pace that, no matter when you watch it or what mood you’re in, you’ll likely lose interest. The acting feels flat, there’s…

There’s such a scarcity of good comedy content out there that anything new tends to be met with high anticipation. I didn’t know much about this six-part Canadian series before watching it, but I was happy to find myself pleasantly surprised. *Settle Down* is exactly the type of light queer comedy we need right now….

The fact that this film was released back in 1978 is, in itself, a big surprise. While the story might not have much substance, the sheer fact that the film was made during that time is a huge deal. It portrays the lives of gay individuals and transvestites with a level of empathy that was…

*English Teacher* functions as a workplace sitcom set in an Austin, Texas high school, focusing on the chaotic and often humorous life of Evan Marquez, a gay high school English teacher. His personal and professional lives are a constant mess, leading to plenty of awkward, funny moments. While the show stays comedic, it also addresses…

The show revolves around Ian, a daycare worker running an after-school program, his boyfriend Lamar, who is both a nurse and a prostitute, and Delores, a scrappy old widow who opens her home to the couple. Season 1 focuses on the adjustment process of these three very different people as they try to live together…

“Twilight Out of Focus” is a Japanese anime BL series that introduces viewers to three distinct couples: Hisashi and Mao, Jin and Giichi, and Rei and Shion. While the marketing of the show focuses primarily on Hisashi and Mao, the series dives into all three relationships, each explored over the course of three to four…

This series is quite simple and doesn’t offer much in terms of excitement. It’s a typical college romance where the lead character is unsure whether his crush feels the same, even though they’ve already kissed. This kind of plot was very popular when BL series first gained traction, but now, as an audience, we have…

Never Let Him Go is a gripping four-part docuseries that delves into the enigmatic death of Scott Johnson, a gay academic found dead at the bottom of a cliff near Sydney in December 1988. His brother, Steve Johnson, spent over 30 years relentlessly pursuing justice, determined to uncover the truth behind Scott’s tragic death. Scott,…

For a change, this BL story feels surprisingly realistic, from the storyline to the way the characters speak and react. They’re messy and unpredictable, which gives viewers a roller coaster of emotions as the leads try to figure out themselves and their complicated relationship. I didn’t expect much from a BL series featuring a Filipino…

This film feels like one of those breezy, emotionless movies where the filmmaker is possibly lost in trying to convey some deep message. It’s disappointing because it’s from the same director who made The Way He Looks, one of my all-time favorite films. It’s not that the movie is bad, but by the time it’s…