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Trump’s anti-trans ads were expensive and unpopular – why were they his key strategy?

    Trump’s campaign spent more than five times as much on anti-trans ads than on ads focused on the economy. THIS ARTICLE FIRST APPEARED ON UNCLOSETED MEDIA A NEW INVESTIGATIVE LGBTQIA+ FOCUSSED NEWS PUBLICATION. WORDS BY SPENCER MACNAUGHTON AND HOPE PISONI ADDITIONAL REPORTING AND COVER IMAGE DESIGN BY SAM DONNDELINGER COVER IMAGE DATA BY ADIMPACT VIA THE BULWARK AND GALLUP When Lil Miss Hot Mess conducted a drag story hour at a library in Los Angeles, she never expected to be the face of a multimillion-dollar Republican ad campaign. In a…

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Articles Barcelona Culture España Films GAY TIMES Español LGBTQ+ cinema LGBTQ+ Festival LGBTQ+ literature Movie Festival News Spain Spanish Travel

Festival en Barcelona reúne cine y literatura LGTBIQ+ en espacios icónicos de la ciudad

El Barcelona Queer Film Festival (+Literature) ofrecerá proyecciones de películas inéditas y clásicos LGTBIQ+, además de organizar encuentros con autoras destacadas. La primera edición del festival se celebrará del 25 de noviembre al 1 de diciembre en varias ubicaciones emblemáticas de la capital catalana, como el Bar Ocaña o el Cine Maldà. Este festival surge de la necesidad de dar visibilidad a piezas audiovisuales que, de otro modo, no llegarían a las salas de cine ni a las plataformas de streaming. La programación del festival incluye estrenos inéditos en España,…

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Articles Culture Daniel Craig Drew Starkey Luca Guadagnino News Queer Turkey

Queer: Luca Guadagnino responds to Turkish authorities banning his gay drama

Luca Guadagnino has responded to Turkey authorities blocking the screening of his film Queer. Earlier this month, the upcoming gay drama was set to kick off Mubi Fest Istanbul 2024. On 7 November, however, the same day the event was expected to start, Mubi Turkey announced that it would no longer happen due to the city governor’s last-minute ban on Queer. “Hours before the opening of MUBI Fest Istanbul 2024, which we have been meticulously planning for months, and which was announced a few weeks ago and sold out days ago, we were…

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Articles Culture Drag Drag Race LaLa Ri LGBTQ+ News News RuPaul's Drag Race

Here’s why Drag Race star LaLa Ri has stepped away from drag

Drag Race star LaLa Ri has spilt the tea on his drag exit.  Back in October, the beloved talent surprised fans when he announced his departure from the drag industry on social media. “This moment. Bad B**** Tip is hands-down my favourite song to perform! Stepping into this new chapter has been such a wild and thrilling ride,” LaLa wrote alongside a video of him performing the aforementioned track. “I may be leaving drag behind, but trust me, The LaLa Ri Experience is still very much alive and serving! Can’t…

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Articles Culture Films Hollywood Josh O'Connor LGBTQ+ Films LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV News

“I have mixed feelings”: Challengers’ Josh O’Connor on straight actors playing gay roles

Josh O’Connor has weighed in on straight actors being cast in gay roles. Since splashing onto the scene, the 34-year-old talent has made waves in the entertainment industry with his standout performances in The Crown, Challengers and God’s Own Country. Due to his stellar acting talent, O’Connor’s upward trajectory has shown no signs of slowing down, with him securing lead roles in various highly anticipated films. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, the Bonus Track star reflected on his career and array of industry topics, including the debate regarding…

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Articles Culture Films LGBTQ+ actor LGBTQ+ News News Susan Sarandon Television

Susan Sarandon says she’s “unattached” and open to dating someone of any gender

Susan Sarandon is single and ready to mingle. Since the 1970s, the beloved talent has captivated audiences with her extensive and impactful film and TV career. Alongside her dazzling resume, Sarandon has made waves for being an open book about her queerness and love life. In a recent interview with The Times UK, the Stepmom star shared an update on her relationship status, revealing that she is “unattached.” When asked about her ideal partner and whether age influences her romantic decisions, Sarandon revealed that she’s open to people from all…

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Articles Culture Game of Thrones Lara Croft LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV News Sophie Turner Television Tomb Raider Videos

Tomb Raider: Sophie Turner to play Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Prime Video series

Attention Tomb Raider fans! Sophie Turner is reportedly stepping into Lara Croft’s iconic boots. Back in January 2023, Deadline announced that Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge was set to create a new TV adaptation of the beloved video game series for Amazon Studios. While details surrounding the project were kept under wraps, it was revealed that the series would be part of a new Tomb Raider universe, including a film and video games. A year later, the upcoming show received a full series order, which Amazon and MGM Studios boss Jennifer…

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Articles Canada's Drag Race Culture Drag Drag Race JuiceBoxx LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV News Priyanka Television

“That’s not how it went down”: Drag Race winner responds to favouritism claims

This Drag Race winner has clapped back at claims she won due to favouritism. On 7 November, Canada’s Drag Race stars JuiceBoxx and Synthia Kiss appeared on Joseph Shepherd’s Exposed After Dark show, where they discussed their new podcast and spilt the tea on all things Drag Race. Toward the end of their interview, the pair answered four questions from the Hole in the Bowl – including one inquiring if there was favouritism for a particular queen on their respective seasons. “I mean, yeah. I mean she worked very hard, and…

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Articles Culture Denzel Washington Films Gladiator 2 LGBTQ+ Films LGBTQ+ News News Paul Mescal Pedro Pascal

Gladiator II: Denzel Washington spills the tea on axed same-sex kiss

Denzel Washington has opened up about his cut same-sex kiss from Gladiator II. On 22 November, movie enthusiasts will finally be treated to the sequel to Ridley Scott’s critically acclaimed 2000 hit film starring Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. Ahead of the blockbuster’s release, Washington sat down with Gayety to chat about all things Gladiator II, including his character Macrinus’ same-sex kiss that ended up on the cutting room floor. “I kissed the man in the film, but they took it out, cut it, I think they got chicken,” he…

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Articles BBC iPlayer BBC Three Culture Drag Drag Race UK LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV News

“Just an absolute joy”: Fans praise Drag Race UK’s heartwarming makeover episode

This week’s heartwarming episode of Drag Race UK had fans (including us) bawling their eyes. Spoilers ahead. For this week’s maxi-challenge, the six remaining queens – Marmalade, Kyran Thrax, La Voix, Charra Tea, Rileasa Slaves, and Lill – were asked to team up with family for an epic drag makeover. “Queens, we all know that the unconditional love of family is a gift and now it’s your chance to return that love. For this week’s maxi-challenge, you need to glam your fam by turning your kinfolk into members of your…

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