Gay romcom 2022
If you’re queer and like a romantic onscreen moment set to a perfectly selected needle-drop, was the year for you.
In June it came in the form of MUNA’s joyous cover of Britney Spears’s “Sometimes” over the concluding expression of love in Joel Kim Booster’s Fire Island. In September, Billy Eichner’s Brosgave us Eichner himself singing the first track “Love Is Not Love” to win over his chocolatier boo. And find me a more sob-worthy moment than Sapphic sad-girlie queen Julien Baker’s “Sprained Ankle” accompanying one of the more tear-jerking montages in Jim Parsons’s December sort-of-holiday-movie, Spoiler Alert.
I lead with these needle-drops, because they’re a key part of any great romantic comedy, and something all three of these films—despite their varied differences in many other aspects—share. The other shared thread between these three releases, of course, is their subject matter. That’s because in , for arguably the first time, we got three BIG queer rom-coms in major let go. And that history is worth looking a small closer at as we wrap up the year and look ahead to the future of the rom-com genre for lgbtq+ and trans folks.
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By Christopher Turner
Rom-coms tend to get a lot of flak, but let’s be honest: they’re always a good time. They are also a great reminder that not every motion picture you watch has to tackle death, discrimination, trauma, gloom, doom and sadness. That’s why we’ve lay together a list of films that perfectly exemplify this beloved but under-appreciated genre…and all have Queer storylines!
Whether you’re going through another breakup and desperately need a reminder that true love is out there, or you’re just a romantic at heart, the charming little lgbtq+ romantic comedies on this list are all guaranteed to put a great smile on your meet. From coming-of-age LGBTQ+ movies to more nuanced, but lighthearted explorations of the intricacies of LGBTQ+ relationships…they’re all here! Expect every single one of these films to be a cheerfully formulaic rom-com that fully embraces inclusion without falling back on stereotypes…well, maybe just a few.
It’s that time of year again, folks. Love is in the air, candy is in the stores, and people globally are either watching romantic comedies snuggled up with a partner, or alone with a pint of ice cream and a hope (like us). Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite queer romance films that came out in so that you can sense the love this Valentine’s Day, no matter your relationship status!
In all seriousness, queer people deserve to see themselves in cherish on the big screen, and we’re thrilled that we can offer a list of ten films that cover a breadth of identities, all from the past year. Now get reading! Today’s the big day, and if you’re anything like us, you’re going to long to watch them all!
Bros (Peacock)
Have you ever wondered what it&#;s like for two gay men with commitment issues to aim dating? Well, look no further than Bros! This groundbreaking GLAAD Media Award-nominated romantic comedy, co-written and executive produced by gay actor and comedian Billy Eicher, boasts an entirely LGBTQ ensemble! Bobby (Eichner) is a neurotic podcast host who&#;s happy to go on Tinder dates and content not to have a serious relationship. That all changes
The Complicated Politics of Homosexual Rom-Coms
At the very start of the new movie Spoiler Alert, Michael (Jim Parsons) and Kit (Ben Aldridge) go on their very first date. Michael is asked what he was most obsessed with as a child, he responds instantly: “Christmas and soap operas!” As you may have gleaned from its title, the film—which was co-written by activist and writer Dan Savage and is based on the memoir by Michael Ausiello—doesn’t have a cheerful ending. But it still feels very much part of the romantic-comedy canon.
has been the year of the gay rom-com. In June, Andrew Ahn’s Fire Island followed a group of friends who went on vacation to the gay hotspot. The film, which was loosely based on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, was praised by critics and fans for exploring class dynamics in gay relationships, but also as a landmark moment in male lover Asian representation. In September, Billy Eichner’s Bros was heralded as the first major studio release for a gay rom-com. The film was positively reviewed, but disappointed at the box office, which made it the Main Traits in several weeks of social media discourse.
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