HuffPost talked to four writers behind stories centering LGBTQ+ youth of color about why on-screen representation is essential to queer joy.
How Much True Crime TV Is Too Much?
We’re being inundated with new limited series like “Under the Banner of Heaven” and “The Staircase” — but there is one show that is a nice palate cleanser.
How ’90s Teen Movies Reflected The Real-Life Homophobia Throughout The Decade
Films like “Can’t Hardly Wait,” “Clueless” and “Cruel Intentions” held up an unflinching mirror to the roles young people were socialized to play in a heteronormative society.
The Culture Shifters Who Are Changing The World
Our annual list of artists, activists, entertainers and entrepreneurs who are doing the work to make change and inspire others.
How The Tribeca Film Festival Underscored The Resilience of Filmmaking
Even as the pandemic rages on, the event steadfastly highlighted impressive movies across genres, languages and formats that attendees — both virtual and in-person — could enjoy.
What ‘Good Luck To You, Leo Grande’ Star Daryl McCormack Understands About Intimacy
The actor talked to HuffPost about subverting the ways sex workers are portrayed on-screen, modern masculinity and his “exposing and simplistic” new film.
Shonda Rhimes’ Shows Treated Abortion Matter-Of-Factly When Few Shows Did
“Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal” depicted abortion in ways most TV shows hadn’t before. Now, the showrunner is reflecting on how she got each storyline made.
‘Sex And The City’ Deftly Portrayed The Complexity Of Choice
The word “abortion” was rarely uttered on screen back in 2001, but writer Jenny Bicks wanted women to feel it was OK.
‘Degrassi: The Next Generation’ Moved The Needle On Abortion Nearly 20 Years Ago
Screenwriter Shelley Scarrow, who wrote “Accidents Will Happen,” talks about why it’s important to portray teens navigating abortion.
‘Ms. Marvel’ Is A Turning Point For Muslim American Visibility In Hollywood
It’s not enough to be included on screen. Our communities deserve range.