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Queer Vulturing
September 16, 2026
More bad news from Turkey; Daniel Diemer joins Heated Rivalry; a gay Olympian recovering from brutal judo assault; House candidate Chris Gallant says bring it on; Chaka Khan’s dance-floor love letter; and Nick Hisson turns break-up pain into heart.
In the Q
Queer Vulturing, September 14, 2026
Meet the contestants of CRUSH HOUSE. Tennis star Mika Brunold acknowledges queer competitor in his coming out story. Pete Buttigieg says America is ready for a queer president. A revealing Orville Peck.
Queer Vulturing, September 10, 2026
Meet U of Minn gymnast Ben Letvin who is making strides with queer inclusion in college sports. Remembering LuLu Lovebottom. Rugby star Kyle Tayler-Woolston expected pushback after his marriage, but found support. Trump-a-Palooza becomes Grindr-a Palooza.
Queer Vulturing, September 9, 2026
Meet El Mehdi, the singer/actor making room for queer culture in Morocco. Why international travel is getting less safe for queers. Influencer Jake Andrich’s troubles continue. And the rebellious colonial community called Merrymount.
Queer Vulturing, September 7, 2026
Actor alleges theater company fired him over his OnlyFans content. The Traitors‘ Freddie Fraser opens up about being bisexual. Is La Bola Negra the film of the year? Can you be too nice when you hookup?.
If It’s Tuesday, It Must Be Trans & Hilarious
Trans performer, activist, and filmmaker Tuesday Thomas has lived a tumultuous life and survived to tell about it. QV talks to her about her doc The Trash Goes Out on Tuesday and how her sense of humor has saved her.
Queer Vulturing, September 4, 2026
Ben Cohen recalls his surprise at becoming a queer icon. Dolly called a ‘fake Christian’ for her queer support. Young queers aren’t drinking. Ranking Lee Pace’s career. And learn the dangers of queer apps.
Queer Vulturing, September 3, 2026
Queer model/entrepreneur Taylor Phillips plays role model. The bitter tears of Milo Yiannopoulus. Seth Moulton plays the anti-trans card… and loses. Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi promote La Bola Negra.
Queer Vulturing, September 2, 2026
The Traitors Freddie Fraser opens up. Sunday in the Park without Jonathan Bailey. Snn Diego repeals bathhouse restrictions. Trump gets homophobic over hockey.
Queer Vulturing, September 1, 2026
Will La Bola Negra be the movie of the year? What to look out for at the movies and on television this month. Meet James Longman. And a bi-Biden?
Queer Vulturing, August 29, 2026
Who would you like to see on a queer Love Island? An end-of-summer Speedo update. How to be a side. And why can’t our leaders be more like the Dutch?
Queer Vulturing, August 26,2026
Is Tim Curry doing the Time Warp with Dolly Parton in Heaven? Find out why you are ghosted on Grindr. Log Cabin Republicans boot the ‘T’ our of ‘LGBTQ+’And does Tony queerwash Provincetown?
Sharon Yitzhaki Sees Her Five Years in Bolivian Prison Come to Life in 10 Kilos
In Doran Eran’s film 10 Kilos, the experience Israeli woman Sharon Yitzhaki had serving time for drug smuggling in a Bolivian prison comes to life. Yitzhaki talks to QV about the film.
Dolly Parton spent much of her life looking like someone dreamed up by a particulary inspired drag queen. But the joke was never on her.
A Most Memorable Rhinoceros at the ART
Eugène Ionesco makes a belated premiere at the ART with a brilliant, star-driven production of his 1959 classic satire on conformity.
Queer Vulturing – August 25, 2026
A look into celebrities told to stay in the closet. Jesse Walters – cut or uncut? Marc Jacobs talks Grindr. Green Lantern was the first queer superhero. Is this engaged couple America’s cutest?
10 Kilos Pulls No Punches in Depicting Bolivian Women’s Prison
Based on the story of Sharon Yitzhaki, Israeli director Doran Eran’s 10 Kilos recounts her often harrowing experiences in a dystopian women’s prison in Bolivia.
Sharon Yitzhaki Sees Her Five Years in Bolivian Prison Come to Life in 10 Kilos
In Doran Eran’s film 10 Kilos, the experience Israeli woman Sharon Yitzhaki had serving time for drug smuggling in a Bolivian prison comes to life. Yitzhaki talks to QV about the film.
Dolly Parton spent much of her life looking like someone dreamed up by a particularly inspired drag queen. But the joke was never on her.
Queer Vulturing – August 24, 2026
Just why did Derek Chadwick resign from heading the dating app Goose? Queers name their favorite comics. Secretly queer British football players emerges after 45 years. And Sam Smith gets sexy in new video.
Queer Vulturing – August 22, 2026
Today’s queer Why is Rosie feeling a little less-bian? Those pesky queer rumors shadowing homophobic GOP congressmen. A surprising Democrat beats Vance and Rubio in straw polls. Plus Marc Jacobs wants to design clothes for “trendsetter” Luigi Mangione. In orange perhaps?
Queer Vulturing – August 20, 2026
Today’s queer culture sweep moves from festival fields and wrestling rings to slasher cinema, baseball history, country music and a fresh demographic milestone.
Queer Vulturing – August 19, 2026
Who are the actors in the Heated Rivalry musical parody currently playing off-Broadway? Remembering a great queer country music great. Queer Grammy-winner enters British politics. And is the queer ‘doppelganger’ trend a good or bad thing?
Heartstopper Forever Is a Satisfying Send-off
A fourth eight-episode season would have had more time to explore all of this, but Oseman and director Wash Westmore manage to deliver everything the film needs to be a satisfying finish.
Queer Vulturing – August 18, 2026
Why are queer vampires so appealing? Breaking the silence on the Queer Eye controversy. Russia pushes nation’s largest queer group to close. And Kristen Stewart wants Bella to come out.
Queer Vulturing – August 17, 2026
Pride keeps marching well past June, queer athletes make the case for visibility, Troye Sivan takes Nicole Kidman clubbing, Jinkx Monsoon heads to the West End, and queer history, theater, comics and looking back at queer Coney Island.
Queer Vulturing – August 14, 2026
Today’s queer news and culture looks back at DaveyWavey, catches up with Sam Smith and Lilly Wachowski, as well as tennis policy, queer film history, comedy, horror and Pride events.
Beloved Queer Poet Mary Oliver Profiled in Insightful Documentary
Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World traces the life story of Pulitzer Prize-winning queer poet Mary Oliver.
Teen Trans Identity Comedy Is Fresh and Breezy
A fresh and breezy movie, She’s the He does what queer movies ought to: It brings the fun while saying something serious.
Queer Vulturing – August 13, 2026
He talked about sharks. Social media talked about his 8-pack. To the extent that it matters, why all the talk about Lindsey Graham being gay? A miffed Andy Cohen.
Queer Vulturing – August 11, 2026
Queerty asks, who are the hottest queer celebrity couples? Study finds broad discomfort with trans athletes. Do queers speak differently? And Monet X Change teaches ‘Cruising 101.’
Queer Vulturing – August 12, 2026
Queer country artist Andrew Sa talks about the tension between who you are and who you fall in love with. Revisit Mysterious Skin and the author who wrote the novel. Rosie O’Donnell never wants you to forget she’s 100% gay
Queer Vulturing – August 11, 2026
Queerty asks, who are the hottest queer celebrity couples? Study finds broad discomfort with trans athletes. Do queers speak differently? And Monet X Change teaches ‘Cruising 101.’
The Daily Queer – August 7, 2026
Bathhouses may be returning to New York City. Want to know about The Shards, Ryan Murphy’s new queer thriller? Instant queer horror classic Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.opens today. Learn about queer British novelist Ronald Firbank.
The Daily Queer – August 6, 2026
Gus Kenworthy surprises bf Andrew Rigby with a marriage proposal. Ken Jennings addresses trolls on trans rights. What to look forward to in Season Two of Heated Rivalry according to co-star François Arnaud.
Fine Acting Carries Underdog Drama The Shadow of the Sun
Queer Venezuelan feature The Shadow of the Sun tells a classic underdog story.
Opposites Attract in Ebullient Middle Life
Organized Andi and freestyling Ryan form a platonic relationship that might lead to more in the new comedy Middle Life.
The Daily Queer – August 4, 2026
How about some queer celebrity spotting on a Ptown beach? Looking at the political legacy of Lindsey Graham. And guides to what to watch this August.
François Ozon Makes Camus’ The Stranger His Own
Ozon’s 2025 adaptation of the famed Camus novel The Stranger delves into novel territory for a director for whom a mischievous joie de vivre seems to lurk even in his most dramatic work.
The Daily Queer – August 3, 2026
Queer film legend Gregg Araki has an answer for all the terrible shit in the world. Hadestown actor canned for transphobic remarks before he takes to the stage. Why are some men still on the down-low? Plus check out what’s streaming in August.
The Daily Queer – July 23, 2026
Is Scott Kress Needs a Man the best dating show ever? Hunter Biden again rails against the DC “closetocracy,” but won’t name names. ‘Jorts’ are this summer’s fashion trend. Question: are you a ‘male lesbian?’
The Daily Queer – July 22, 2026
Queer stars from Hollywood’s past. Poor Lady Lindsey. Dear God, Trump wants warning labels on queer tv shows. And Kyle Chu will not be silenced
The Daily Queer – July 21, 2026
Puerto Rican pop star Matt Louis talks candidly about being queer. A queer Russian emigre lingers in ICE confinement for 2 years. Remembering Crimes of Passion. A Washington state coffee shop under fire for transgender slur. What’s next for post-Hacks Hannah Einbinder?
The Daily Queer – July 20, 2026
Alexander Skarsgård’s wonderfully trangressive career. Hunter Biden calls out GOP’s DC “closetocracy”. Watch Sam Smith’s take on a classic ‘60s hit given a queer twist.
Who Knew a Play Could Be This Scary?
The stage adaptation of the Blumhouse franchise Paranormal Activity is a haunting worth seeing.
The Daily Queer – July 16, 2026
Have a Tiger Beat moment and remember these teen idols who turned out to be queer. Should queer people shame Lindsey Graham? And who are making the queer films you’ll be seeing in years to come.
Opulent Gatsby Isn’t So Much Great as Just Entertaining
In offering the equivalent of a graphic romance novel, this musicalized Great Gatsby succeeds on its own terms..
The Daily Queer – July 15, 2026
A sad ending to an inspiring partnership. Patti LuPone performs on the Scarlet Lady. Father and son push OF limits. And meet Raffles, Sherlock Holmes’ queer literary rival.
The Daily Queer – July 14, 2026
Looking to head abroad? Rio and São Paulo are said to be amongst the world’s best queer spaces. Revelations about the late Lindsey Graham’s kinky sex life. Why is the Trump administration mum on the Scarlet Lady’s troubles?
Fans of Poet Mary Oliver (Celebrities Included) Celebrate Her in New Doc
Sasha Waters’ new doc Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World is a heartfelt tribute to the late queer poet. It includes tributes from such fans as John Waters and Stephen Colbert, who chokes up when reading one of her poems.
The Daily Queer – July 13, 2026
Did Lindsey Graham die with his heels on? Queer mayor killed in Mexico. DAR shows trans awareness. Scarlet Lady’s lonely voyage. Matteo Lane offers advice.
Alyssa Edwards – From Mesquite to Queen of the MF’n World
RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Star winner Alyssa Edwards is in Provincetown to perform at Town Hall and have some fun with the Bears.
Puckish Charm: Nick Cearley Strips Down Shakespeare on Boston Common
Actor Nick Cearley plays Puck in the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Boston Common starting on July 22. He is best-known as part of The Skivvies, the alt-cabaret duo famous for stripping down the music and themselves.
The Daily Queer – July 10, 2026
Joe Locke and Kit Connor look back on Heartstopper’s success. Scarlet Lady gets rejected again, this time by Egypt. British health experts warn of STI outbreak.
The Daily Queer – July 9, 2026
Another decline in LGBTQ characters in film reports GLAAD. Why is the gay flag under attack? Queers rule in Emmy noms. Learn more about the late artist Arch Connelly.
How Did We Get Stuck with ‘Gay’?
Gay has been a word to describe those with same-sex attraction since it was chosen by political radicals in 1969. But where did it come from?
The Daily Queer – July 8, 2026
Grindr pushes back on age verification to Google and Apple; It is ‘impossible’ to be born with same-sex attraction, claims GOP Florida congressional candidate; queer Emmy nods & gay for pay in acting.
The Daily Queer – July 7, 2026
Meg Stalter is the latest celeb to helm Oh, Mary! What is making Seattle the new trans mecca? And 37 celebs you may not know are queer.
The Daily Queer – July 6, 2026
Patti LuPone is furious, but she’s sailing. See how you can be outed by an algorithm. Bikini gays are the rage. And queer-coded Hollywood classics.
The Daily Queer – July 3, 2026
It appears Hudson Williams has a little explaining to do. Question: when LGBTQ+ rights are under attack, why are two of America’s leading newspapers publishing divisive articles about gay v.queer? And Bill Maher interviews Kevin Spacey.
The Daily Queer – July 1, 2026
After being turned down from film festivals and screening walkouts, Blue Film is now streaming. New York Times essay on Queer vs. Gay prompts discussion. Plus see queer characters who were made straight in films and television.
The Daily Queer – June 26, 2026
Romeo Beckham to make acting debut in queer sports drama. 11 years into Marriage Equality and conservatives are pushing for a repeal. Plus 15 Hollywood stars who were queer.
The Daily Queer – June 25, 2026
Queer Eye Alumnus Tan France recalls a heated confrontation with a castmate. A queer moment on a classic sitcom is remembered. Is Supergirl a queer icon?
Graphic Novelist ILYA Goes Feral with Romo the Wolf Boy
British-based graphic novelist ILYA latest work is a sprawling Victorian thriller centered on his feral title-character.
The Daily Queer – June 23, 2026
Two men kissed in the stands of a World Cup match and went viral. John Waters talks Pride. One good reason to attend a Pride event. And while things are scary, don’t be afraid
What Is the Secret to John Early’s Success?
One of the big movie surprises of the year is Maddie’s Secret, John Early’s writing/directing debut (in which he also stars) that mashes Douglas Sirk, Alfred Hitchcock, Showgirls, and Made for TV movies into an audacious film.
It’s ‘Rocky Horror’ Redux with ‘A Strange Journey
In 1972, Richard O’Brien toyed with the idea of a show based on sci-fi B-movies using his own rock songs. His little idea took off and became The Rocky Horror Show; and then became the iconic movie.
Awards Watch: Las Culturistas Rules
Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers brought their glorious pop culture fever dream back to Bravo for a second year — and this time, Miss Piggy stole the show.
Black Swan Thrills, Chills, and Confounds Beautifully
Black Swan makes for an unusual and difficult choice for a musical adaptation. But the world premiere production at the ART is dark spectacle not to be missed
The Daily Queer – June 19, 2026
Heated Rivalry stars go for cheeky corporate sponsorship with YouTube videos. Washington Blade sees backlash to queer progress. And conversion therapy meets horror in Leviticus.
The Daily Queer – June 18, 2026
The Vampire Lestat has the critics raving. Some major corporations hold firm on Pride support, while Pride deniers call for Fidelity Month. And is STOP! THAT! TRAIN!
a hit?
The Daily Queer – July 17, 2026
A funny Heated Rivalry re-enactment on the mound. The end of an era with Heartstopper film on Netflix. And catch rising queer star Ruaridh Mollica in an early short film on Vimeo.
The Daily Queer – July 16, 2026
Have a Tiger Beat moment and remember these teen idols who turned out to be queer. Should queer people shame Lindsey Graham? And who are making the queer films you’ll be seeing in years to come.
Opulent Gatsby Isn’t So Much Great as Just Entertaining
In offering the equivalent of a graphic romance novel, this musicalized Great Gatsby succeeds on its own terms..
The Daily Queer – July 15, 2026
A sad ending to an inspiring partnership. Patti LuPone performs on the Scarlet Lady. Father and son push OF limits. And meet Raffles, Sherlock Holmes’ queer literary rival.
The Daily Queer – July 14, 2026
Looking to head abroad? Rio and São Paulo are said to be amongst the world’s best queer spaces. Revelations about the late Lindsey Graham’s kinky sex life. Why is the Trump administration mum on the Scarlet Lady’s troubles?
Fans of Poet Mary Oliver (Celebrities Included) Celebrate Her in New Doc
Sasha Waters’ new doc Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World is a heartfelt tribute to the late queer poet. It includes tributes from such fans as John Waters and Stephen Colbert, who chokes up when reading one of her poems.
The Daily Queer – July 13, 2026
Did Lindsey Graham die with his heels on? Queer mayor killed in Mexico. DAR shows trans awareness. Scarlet Lady’s lonely voyage. Matteo Lane offers advice.
Alyssa Edwards – From Mesquite to Queen of the MF’n World
RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Star winner Alyssa Edwards is in Provincetown to perform at Town Hall and have some fun with the Bears.
Puckish Charm: Nick Cearley Strips Down Shakespeare on Boston Common
Actor Nick Cearley plays Puck in the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Boston Common starting on July 22. He is best-known as part of The Skivvies, the alt-cabaret duo famous for stripping down the music and themselves.
The Daily Queer – July 10, 2026
Joe Locke and Kit Connor look back on Heartstopper’s success. Scarlet Lady gets rejected again, this time by Egypt. British health experts warn of STI outbreak.
The Daily Queer – July 9, 2026
Another decline in LGBTQ characters in film reports GLAAD. Why is the gay flag under attack? Queers rule in Emmy noms. Learn more about the late artist Arch Connelly.
How Did We Get Stuck with ‘Gay’?
Gay has been a word to describe those with same-sex attraction since it was chosen by political radicals in 1969. But where did it come from?
The Daily Queer – July 8, 2026
Grindr pushes back on age verification to Google and Apple; It is ‘impossible’ to be born with same-sex attraction, claims GOP Florida congressional candidate; queer Emmy nods & gay for pay in acting.
The Daily Queer – July 7, 2026
Meg Stalter is the latest celeb to helm Oh, Mary! What is making Seattle the new trans mecca? And 37 celebs you may not know are queer.
The Daily Queer – July 6, 2026
Patti LuPone is furious, but she’s sailing. See how you can be outed by an algorithm. Bikini gays are the rage. And queer-coded Hollywood classics.
The Daily Queer – July 3, 2026
It appears Hudson Williams has a little explaining to do. Question: when LGBTQ+ rights are under attack, why are two of America’s leading newspapers publishing divisive articles about gay v.queer? And Bill Maher interviews Kevin Spacey.
The Daily Queer – July 1, 2026
After being turned down from film festivals and screening walkouts, Blue Film is now streaming. New York Times essay on Queer vs. Gay prompts discussion. Plus see queer characters who were made straight in films and television.
The Daily Queer – June 26, 2026
Romeo Beckham to make acting debut in queer sports drama. 11 years into Marriage Equality and conservatives are pushing for a repeal. Plus 15 Hollywood stars who were queer.
The Daily Queer – June 25, 2026
Queer Eye Alumnus Tan France recalls a heated confrontation with a castmate. A queer moment on a classic sitcom is remembered. Is Supergirl a queer icon?
Graphic Novelist ILYA Goes Feral with Romo the Wolf Boy
British-based graphic novelist ILYA latest work is a sprawling Victorian thriller centered on his feral title-character.
The Daily Queer – June 23, 2026
Two men kissed in the stands of a World Cup match and went viral. John Waters talks Pride. One good reason to attend a Pride event. And while things are scary, don’t be afraid
What Is the Secret to John Early’s Success?
One of the big movie surprises of the year is Maddie’s Secret, John Early’s writing/directing debut (in which he also stars) that mashes Douglas Sirk, Alfred Hitchcock, Showgirls, and Made for TV movies into an audacious film.
It’s ‘Rocky Horror’ Redux with ‘A Strange Journey
In 1972, Richard O’Brien toyed with the idea of a show based on sci-fi B-movies using his own rock songs. His little idea took off and became The Rocky Horror Show; and then became the iconic movie.
Awards Watch: Las Culturistas Rules
Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers brought their glorious pop culture fever dream back to Bravo for a second year — and this time, Miss Piggy stole the show.
Black Swan Thrills, Chills, and Confounds Beautifully
Black Swan makes for an unusual and difficult choice for a musical adaptation. But the world premiere production at the ART is dark spectacle not to be missed
The Daily Queer – June 19, 2026
Heated Rivalry stars go for cheeky corporate sponsorship with YouTube videos. Washington Blade sees backlash to queer progress. And conversion therapy meets horror in Leviticus.
The Daily Queer – June 18, 2026
The Vampire Lestat has the critics raving. Some major corporations hold firm on Pride support, while Pride deniers call for Fidelity Month. And is STOP! THAT! TRAIN!
a hit?
The Daily Queer – June 17, 2026
“It is obvious the closet is glass, she’s still in her denial phase,” a Muslim teen said on YouTube before coming out to his homophobic mom. Watch on YouTube. Chilling tale of homophobic attack in small-town America; and YouTube premieres a new queer series.
The Daily Queer – June 16, 2026
So Judy isn’t the godmother of Stonewall. The Vampire Lestat is the queerest show on television. And a toxic, anti-queer pastor and Trump-endorsed Republican congressional candidate caught in sexting scandal.
The Daily Queer – June 11, 2026
Have you seen the video of a pretty in pink Donald Trump leaving McDonald’s? Some major corporations still bullish on Pride, HelloFresh’s cheeky post is the best, and the musical version of the film Pride looks to be a big hit as it opens in London.
New Doc Looks Behind William Friedkin’s Infamous Queer Slasher Film Cruising
Queer doc filmmaker Jeffrey Schwarz looks behind the strange history of how Cruising got made in his new doc, Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders.
The Daily Queer – June 10, 2026
Alex Newell blew the house down at the Tony Awards; Bowen Yang opens up about Saturday Night Live; what to watch on streaming services; and why is The Cake sparking controversy?
The Daily Queer – June 8, 2026
Queer history made at Tony Awards; ‘Lost Boys’ winner Ali Louis Bourzgui dedicates award to queer community; Americans back Pride corporate support; and Ballroom culture shines at New York City Hall.
New Doc Looks Behind William Friedkin’s Infamous Queer Slasher Film Cruising
Queer doc filmmaker Jeffrey Schwarz looks behind the strange history of how Cruising got made in his new doc, Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders.
Smart, Stinging Eureka Day Examines Vaccination Debate
Jonathan Spector’s Eureka Day first premiered nearly a decade ago, but as the sharp Huntington Theatre production suggests, it couldn’t be more timely.
The Daily Queer – June 5, 2026
Madonna kicks of Pride Month in a big way! Two-thirds of Americans still back marriage equality, but number is shrinking; and what’s the tea behind the toxic Queer Eye drama?
After her sensational impersonation of Judy Garland on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Season 7, it was inevitable that Jinkx Monsoon would play the icon on stage. Four years later, she is in London. Here are a sample of the reviews.
How About the Queerest Cannes Ever?
While some called this year’s Cannes Film Festival subdued, others are thrilled by its remarkable and varied queer content.
Singer-Songwriter Kyle Motsinger — Looking Inward While Looking Outward
Queer singer-songwriter Kyle Motsinger is an out musician creating his own style in a market where what succeeds is the familiar. He talks to QulturVultur about his journey.
The Daily Queer – June 3, 2026
What? No wedding gift from Donald and Melania? Sure sign that same-sex marriage support has fallen amongst Republicans. A vicious Pride protest. New doc reawakes Cruising debate. And Michelle Visage says get wise to PrEP.
The Daily Queer – June 2, 2026
Does Pride Matter? OUT Magazine believes it does and says so in a powerful editorial. Boston’s Trans-inclusive Priod Pride is no longer canceled but moving to a new location. Philly loses a major queer figure, and what to stream this Pride month.
The Daily Queer – June 1, 2026
What’s up for June 1, 2026? Elio was dequeered. Alan Cumming is feeling the homophobic heat. Queer line dancing on the rise. Equalpride cuts staff. And time for some Broadway Bares.
The Daily Queer – May 29, 2026
Russell T. Davies returns with a new series and discusses the erosion of queer rights in a Guardian interview. Sam Asgari gets all sweaty for PrEP are two stories worth reading in our new feature The Daily Queer
Samuel Garza Bernstein Follows Roddy McDowall’s Journey from Lassie Comes Home to Planet of the Apes
Roddy McDowall was a Hollywood insider whose career spanned six decades, yet his story hasn’t been told until Samuel Garza Bernstein chronicled it in a new biography.
Pink Martini Songstress Storm Large Does Her Own Thing (And Loves It)
Big-voiced Storm Large has always done her own thing, which is what her a great fit for the band Pink Martini.
Inside Black Swan — Warping Nina’s Reality Through Dance
Will the American Repertory Theater’s upcoming stage version of the dark thriller Black Swan capture its mix of suspense, intrigue and ‘WTF’ moments? QV speaks with associate director Benita de Wit on how director/choreographer Sonya Tayeh is shaping the ballet-set musical.
Rex Reed – the First and Last of a Kind
Rex Reed died earlier this week. He was a rarity – a queer media presence who never hid who he was in a time when it could have cost him his career..
Surrealist Comic Julio Torres on Turning Blue in Yellow
In his new HBO Max special, Julio Torres looks at how the language of color and how it shapes our perceptions of everything from personal relationships to the immigrant experience.
William J. Mann Unravel the ‘Mystery of the ‘Black Dahlia’
Queer Hollywood biographer and novelist William J. Mann looks into the infamous ‘Black Dahlia’ murder that riveted America in the late 1940s and still remains unsolved.
Harry Lighton Redefines Kink with Dom-com Pillion
QulturVultur speaks with queer director Harry Lighton about his debut feature length film Pillion about a sexually naive young man who discovers he likes a relationship with a strict code of conduct.
Pillion — Padlocked And In Love
With his first feature, Pillion, writer-director Harry Lighton brings Adam Mars-Jones’ 2020 novel Box Hill to big-screen life and shatters the molds for rom-coms, queer romance movies, and biker myths.
Mahler and Queers – Why a Connection?
The Gustav Mahler revival and Queer Liberation were born within years of each other; and were forever linked in 1971 with the film Death in Venice. But why does Mahler’s music resonate so strongly with queers?
Cynthia Erivo Heads to Tanglewood This Summer with the Boston Pops
Grammy, Tony, Emmy winner and three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo is set for a concert this summer in Tanglewood with the Boston Pops.
Celebrity Stylist Chris Appleton on Finding Who You Are Meant To Be
Chris Appleton is known for his cutting good looks & celebrity clients, but he looks inward of his new book, YOUR ROOTS DON’T DEFINE YOU: Transform Your Life. Create Your Comeback.
Sexy, Viral Hit Heated Rivalry Shows the Power of the Closet
At first it doesn’t appear that HBO Max’s viral hit Heated Rivalry has anything serious to say, just wait until Episode 3.
Why Is That Word on the Marquee?
Faggot has long been the one gay slur seemingly beyond reclamation; that is until recently.
If Qavatar of the Month Joan Crawford lived in the 21st Century, what movies could she have starred in? Here are five suggestions.
New Photo Book Continues Couples Quest to Authenticate Queer Love through the Centuries
Queer couple Neal Treadwell and Hugh Nini continue their journey to authenticate queer couples in a broad historical context with a new volume of vintage photos, Loving II, a follow-up to their groundbreaking Loving: A Photographic History of Men in Love 1850s – 1950s.
Saint Joan
Did Alfred Hitchcock Make Hollywood’s Queerest Film?
