Toronto Pride: We cracked a mil!
Former mayor David Miller was there to march, but regrets came from the aforementioned Mr. Ford (Huntsville was calling), Ontario Conservative leader Tim Hudak and even Premier Dalton McGuinty. The NDP, Liberals and Greens all had representation by their national party leaders, but the federal Conservatives were notably lacking. Notwith... read more...
Twas a Happy New York Pride indeed |
UN supports gay rights |
"It was a nail-biter until the very last moment, as the New York Senate’s decision came in end of day Friday, finishing off a dramatic lead up to New York City Pride." 0 commentsby daniel |
“On Friday, the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) called for a global study of discriminatory laws and practices documenting the sufferings of LGBTQs. This stems from a “grave concern” over discrimination against individuals based on their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Tracy Morgan: apparently not a huge lover of the mos |
Welcome to the summer: Pride 2011 |
"Tracy Morgan is either freaking nuts, or has some tremendously bizarre PR tactics. His name’s been filling headlines this past week after a homophobic tirade during his stand-up act, June 3rd in Nashville, Tennessee." 0 commentsby daniel |
“June is National Pride month, which means summer has finally begun.” 0 commentsby daniel |
25 years have come and gone: The Big O signs off |
TV Upfronts |
"Oprah said her final farewells this week in a full circle episode that was ridiculously oversaturated in nostalgia. Rightfully so, considering the show’s history and the legacy Winfrey will leave behind." 0 commentsby daniel |
“This was upfronts week in TVland, where the five major networks annually preview their new primetime lineups for next fall.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Inside Out Festival in Toronto |
SUMMER MOVIE PREVIEW! |
"As always, IO offers no lack of choice. From a women’s spotlight series, to youth-oriented screenings, to this year’s international focus on the UK – options aplenty to fill your Festival Planner." 0 commentsby daniel |
“...rest assured once May hits – it’ll be guns, muscles and explosions straight through til Thanksgiving” 0 commentsby daniel |
Scream 4: New Decade, New Rules |
gay-themed-movies.com |
"What happens when a decade goes by, you introduce Twitter, live web-streaming and some Botox to Courteney Cox’s face? Well, you’ve got yourself a very different sequel." 0 commentsby daniel |
“Other personal favourites popped off the list, from fluff films Eating Out and Another Gay Sequel, as well as one of the all-time queer cinema gems, Shelter...” 0 commentsby daniel |
Captain shoots in LA |
Kevin Keller is back |
"Promo pictures from the set and trailers floating around the internet quite visibly feature the ripped Evans, sans apparel on his top half." 0 commentsby daniel |
“Goldwater says this is “the most important book this company has released in 70 years."” 0 commentsby daniel |
Straight But Not Narrow |
Kurt and Blaine do the dirty (sort of): the big gay kiss on Glee |
"This message, however, is specifically for the young, straight male." 0 commentsby daniel |
“At that moment, millions of preteens, tweens and middle-aged gay men everywhere yelped in satisfaction.” 0 commentsby daniel |
James does James in “Joshua Tree” |
Sequel Ski Camp is back |
"...Mishory says his story will lift the veil on Dean’s life, piece together his tragic tale and explore the way Hollywood, America, sex and sexuality impacted the then-rising star." 0 commentsby daniel |
“Five guys, one hot tub and a whole mountain of pain.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Feature Friday: "Weekend" |
Hot Pink Shorts: The Making Of |
"Not only do cast members Tom Cullen and Chris New look great in their H&M underpants, they also make my knees weak with those accents right out of England." 0 commentsby daniel |
“What Hot Pink Shorts wants/needs from you, is really quite simple: a TRUE STORY. We want you to pitch us your idea for a short film about something that’s happened to you. If we like it, we’ll help you make it into a movie.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Phenomenal Experience |
Out's "50 Essential Gay Films" |
"The HPS experience was like a "Plot Point" in my writing career. It completely changed the direction I was headed. Before my pitch, I was a novelist and columnist. Now I'm a filmmaker! I'm ready to produce my first feature!" 0 commentsby gdaggett |
“Together, the list was compiled by esteemed directors, entertainers and artists alike. At first glance, several entries lead me to question Out’s loose definition of what constitutes a "gay film".” 1 commentby daniel |
The GRAMMY Awards! |
Archie's gone gay. |
"Wearing a flattened tire as a dress, Gaga took home the Recording Academy’s Best Pop Vocal Album for Fame Monster." 1 commentby daniel |
““We didn't do something with turmoil. The guy just happens to be gay, and the characters accept it, and that's it.”” 0 commentsby daniel |
Your weekly rainy rental tip: Redwoods |
GayBC's "gay kiss" controversy: Modern Family |
"He is forced to take a break from the ordinary, to consider what’s truly important - where he wants his life to go and who he wants to go there with." 0 commentsby daniel |
“This Emmy Award-winning show does an incredible job of blurring the line between non- and very- stereotypical gay characteristics to get big laughs, while also balancing the portrayal of a loving family unit that just-so-happens-to-be gay.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Get the popcorn ready... Is It Just Me? |
Top gay movies: choose'm |
"Searching for romance in new places, Blaine meets Texan Xander online (if I had a nickel…)" 0 commentsby daniel |
“You can vote online until this by daniel |
Love Exiled, to Canada |
Sex, dreams and ice cream: music videos |
"...the stories of four loving, queer families, who have all escaped to Canada in order for their unions to be recognized by law." 1 commentby daniel |
“They use the same principles as all other films, whether feature, short or otherwise, but manage to deliver a cohesive narrative in four minutes or less.” 0 commentsby daniel |
Children of God: this Wednesday at VQFF! |
A male model, prescription drugs and a more-common-than-not Zodiac sign |
"...they each learn the valuable lesson of how to love themselves, as well as another. And not in an after school special-ey kind of way." 0 commentsby daniel |
“Josh is directed towards group therapy, where he finds solace in the company of others in similar drugged out states. All of whom, I should mention, happen to share the same zodiac sign.” 1 commentby daniel |
Degrassi goes trans with Adam |
Vancouver Queer Film Festival! |
"The network has apparently done quite a bit of research, had discussions with local advocacy groups and even communicated with some of the T’s in our alphabet soup. They seem committed to representing a true and authentic version of trans life." 0 commentsby daniel |
“Brace yourself for August.” 0 commentsby daniel |
The Kids Are indeed, Alright |
Drag wigs, gayliens, and a short film career that sets the bar |
"...the film opened in limited release at seven theaters in North America and grossed an astounding $491,971 in its first weekend... making this LGBT-themed film the highest average grossing so far this year." 1 commentby daniel |
“Running just over 17 mins., Q-Case is an homage to X-Files, but all queered up.” 2 commentsby daniel |
Wood on gay masculinity: The short film "Made Up" |
Welcome Hot Pink Short-ers. Let's talk about film. |
"I don't like guys who are too gay. …It's kind of a turn off when a guy is really gay, like really gay acting. I prefer if guys are straight acting, you know, normal, like they dress normal and they act like any other person. Gay people should be masculine. They should act like men." 0 commentsby daniel |
“On the heels of Brokeback, Transamerica and Milk of recent years’ past, Phillip Morris brings a gay-focused storyline to a mainstream Cineplex near you. Or at least, it’s been trying to...” 0 commentsby daniel |
Educate, Liberate, Celebrate - Pride 2010 |
This is a Public Service Announcement |
"Pride may be a celebration, but it's also meant as a social and political action. This is highlighted in this year's theme “Liberate.” Expect to see a lot on the political aspects of Pride come out in full force." 0 commentsby markm |
“Out In Schools, a project conceived by the Out On Screen Film & Video Society, has just finished taking submissions for their Anti-Homophobia Student PSA Competition” 0 commentsby markm |
Welcome to the new Exclusives! |
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"We’ll be interviewing filmmakers, community leaders and everyone in between to provide you with a unique perspective on the trends and activities affecting the short-film and LGBT communities." 0 commentsby markm |



