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Marvel and DC Need to Make Films About These 13 LGBTIQ Superheroes

It’s a week before Deadpool is released, and both star Ryan Reynolds and director Tim Miller have promised they will not shy away from his pansexual flirtatious attitude. But there are plenty of other LGBTI superheroes out there, all ready to be chosen as the next star in a DC and Marvel flick. 13. Constantine (DC) A long running character in the DC universe Constantine finally got his own ongoing series in the New 52. It was his time in the Hellblazer comics that revealed a previous relationship with a man. There is an argument that his bisexuality should not … Read more

Review: Credence

Credence

I’m a huge fan of science fiction, but it’s rare that you get a good science fiction story that features a gay man in any meaningful way. In new short film Credence, writer/director Mike Buonaiuto gives us a well-crafted story about John (Anthony Topham) and Scott (Alex Hammond) – with the destruction of Earth imminent, these two men must decide whether to send their daughter Ellie (Tia Kenny) away in order to save her. The story is set in the not-too-distant future. An asteroid has struck the moon, resulting in severe weather patterns and destruction on Earth that is likely … Read more

News: The Trailer for Deadpool

Deadpool

A new full-length Deadpool trailer gives us a closer look at Colossus and all the violent and bloody action you’d expect. If you want all the swearing and blood spatters then pick the red band version, or there’s a green band version that’s a little more family friendly for Christmas Day. Deadpool arrives in theaters on February 12th, 2016. From The Verge

New FF Sci Fi Film Kickstarter

Kam and Abbie

We have a cool Kickstarter thing today from Samuel Gorman… a student who is putting together an FF sci fi film: “Of your favorite science fiction films, how many can you say featured a queer protagonist? How about a queer woman of color? Probably none. I’m working to change that. My name is Sam Gorman, and I’ve been making short films for years. I’m currently crowdfunding my latest, Kam and Abbie’s New Years Adventure. Here’s the link, check it out: http://kck.st/1MYlp1y I figured this project would be very interesting to the QSF community. I think we can all agree that … Read more

Discussion: Make the Movie!

Let’s face it – Hollywood makes a lot of crap. And most of it is straight crap. But what if they suddenly decided LGBT speculative fiction was worth a look? What LGBT sci fi, fantasy or paranormal book or series do you want to see turned into a feature film? And who would star in it?

News: A Second Star Wars Trailer… From Japan

By now we’re used to seeing a second trailer for a hotly anticipated movie and being, well, disappointed. Too often there’s very little new tid-bits to actually warrant a watch. Not so with the new trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. And that may have something to do with the fact that this latest trailer comes from Japan. Feel the force grow stronger. Full Story at Towleroad.com

Director Mike Buonaiuto Discusses How ’Credence’ Redefines LGBT Cinema

Credence

A new sci-fi film launching today on Vimeo On Demand has its sights set higher than galaxies far, far away. Credence, directed by Mike Buonaiuto, is aiming to redefine portrayals of gay characters in cinema. It may sound like a lofty goal, but if there’s anyone equipped to pull it off successfully, it’s Buonaiuto. His previous work includes highly successful viral campaigns focused on LGBT parents, the military and the Sochi Olympics. He knows a thing or two about building momentum for a movement using online content. It’s that spirit that helped Credence rocket beyond their Indiegogo funding goals, eventually … Read more

News: Is Deadpool the First Queer Superhero Film Lead?

Deadpool

Ryan Reynolds’ upcoming anti-hero X-Men spinoff film Deadpool has been a long time in the making. But with a release date only three months out, Reynolds and the film’s director, Tim Miller, are letting their guards down and speaking candidly about the challenging film and its lead character. And one topic that’s sure to spark further dialogue is Deadpool’s sexuality. In the Marvel Comics character’s mythology, Deadpool has been portrayed as an omnisexual flirt who will go after any gender that happens to strike his fancy at any particular time. Deadpool’s co-creator Fabian Nicieza has said “Deadpool is whatever sexual … Read more

News: Matt Baume – The Best Gay Halloween Flicks

Death Becomes Her

“Happy Halloween! By all means, go out and party. But what if you’re a grumpy loner like me and all you want is a nice quiet spooky evening at home? Well, what better way to spend a dark and stormy night than with a creepy, scary, or generally disturbing movie. Last week I asked a bunch of folks on Twitter and Facebook to recommend some of their favorite Halloweeny films, and I get some spooktactular suggestions. I gathered up my favorites, threw away the raisins, and now here are your best bets for a scary film fest.” Full Story at … Read more