Film and Television Representations of Gay Men and Lesbians

Queerness might be the most pervasive sexual dynamic at work in mass culture and reception. As homosexuality was introduced into our culture, many negative stereotypes instantly arose and the gay and lesbian community was oppressed from the start. Early film and television attempted to create well-rounded homosexual characters, with considerable attention given to the way in which their stereotypes shaped the public's impression of the gay community. Since the evolution of new ideas and new …

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