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Heartwarming Sundance hit 'Jimpa' celebrates queer family bonds

The film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and director Sophie Hyde's child Aug Mason-Hyde.

How A Madea Homecoming's Brandon Black Made Queer History

The out actor chats with The Advocate about playing the first LGBTQ+ character in the history of Tyler Perry's popular franchise.

Utah launches 'snitch line' to report trans people in bathrooms; memes flood In

The move is the latest in a series of states that have tried to launch ways to report transgender issues to authorities; such attempts in other states have not been successful.

Separation of Sundance and State

In 2009, Sundance will celebrate 25 years of bringing together international cinema and a variety of cultures in Park City, Utah. But with California's gay community reeling from the passage of Prop. 8, activists and filmmakers are suggesting a boycott of the festival and theater chain Cinemark, whose CEO donated a substantial sum to the marriage ban's campaign. But just how realistic is a boycott of an entire state?

'Spider-Man: Far From Home' Features Marvel's First Openly Trans Actor

Actor Zach Barack chats with The Advocate about his history-making turn in the Marvel Universe. 

Amid a Crisis, Life — and Queer Films — Must Go On

Lesbian filmmaker Nicole Conn tells us about releasing her very personal new movie during a precarious time.

The Bishop and the Bible

The Advocate sits down with Bishop V. Gene Robinson to discuss his latest accomplishment -- starring on the silver screen in the documentary For the Bible Tells Me So.

Queer, POC Youth Rule in New Teen Flicks Like 'Plan B'

Star Victoria Morales (pictured, left) on Hulu's provocative new buddy comedy.

Where film is king

In the mad, swag world of film festivals, Nevada City is a throwback to better days

Rebel Wilson Revs Channing Tatum's Engine in New MTV Awards Promo

The funny girl takes the GI Joe star for an unforgettable ride in this hot and hilarious teaser.

'Star Wars' star Kelly Marie Tran comes out as queer

The actress, who's also known for starring in Raya and the Last Dragon, is currently promoting the new rom-com The Wedding Banquet.

Watch These Icons Discuss the Importance of Films With Transgender Protagonists

Trace Lysette, Patricia Clarkson, and Laverne Cox discuss the trans-centered film Monica on The Kelly Clarkson show.

Green Book and Bohemian Rhapsody Are No Wins for LGBTQ Representation

Many on social media criticized the Golden Globes Best Picture winners -- both about queer musicians -- as problematic.

New Film ‘Swan Song’ Celebrates an Aging Gay Man's Last Hurrah

Director Todd Stephens and actor Udo Kier pay homage to hairdresser and gay bar owner Pat Pitsenbarger.

Simply irresistible

Gina Gershon once again turns the world on with her smile--and everything else--in Prey for Rock and Roll

In Defense of 'Girl,' the Trans Film Called 'Trauma Porn' by Critics

Ann Thomas, the founder of Transgender Talent, wants the world to see a movie that some have called offensive.