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‘Sebastian’ Sundance 2024 review: A refreshing queer exercise in self-exploitation

Sex work becomes the nexus point of introspection & exploration in this daring film.

Cate Blanchett program announces first 11 women, trans, and nonbinary filmmakers to support

Each will receive $50,000 to help them make a short film that will serve as "proof of concept" for a larger project.

20 LGBTQ+ movies coming out in 2024 that we can't wait to see

These LGBTQ-inclusive films have us feeling very excited about queer cinema in 2024! What films are you looking forward to?

Will Ferrell's documentary with transgender best friend finds a home

Will & Harper, an "intimate portrayal of friendship, transition, and America," has been scooped up after a much lauded Sundance premiere.

Will Ferrell wanted to support his transgender friend after she came out, so they made a movie

One of the world's biggest comedians is uplifting his transgender friend in a new documentary, Will & Harper, for an "intimate portrayal of friendship, transition, and America."

The 10 best film performances by LGBTQ+ actors in 2024

This was an extraordinary year for queer cinema and LGBTQ+ talent on the big screen.

Kristen Stewart says 'Twilight' is 'such a gay movie'

Well, she said what she said.

The Advocate Goes to Sundance

If it's January, it must be Sundance. Let The Advocate bring you the latest from the country's largest independent cinema festival with exclusive looks at the breakout stars, films, and directors that will be populating your local cineplex for years to come.

Writer Harper Steele and actor Will Ferrell on the red carpet doing press for their documentary 'Will & Harper.'

Will Ferrell advocates for trans community in new interview

“Why does transphobia exist?” asks the SNL alum and Old School actor featured in the new doc Will & Harper.

'Rustin' star Colman Domingo to play Nat King Cole and Michael Jackson's father in upcoming films

2024 is going to be a busy year for the man who's been dubbed the first Black gay movie star.

How the Oscars are honoring queer history with Rustin and Nyad according to Academy CEO Bill Kramer

With a gay man, Bill Kramer, at the helm of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, queer and diverse stories are in good hands. Here, he discusses how nominated queer films about real people like Rustin and Nyad are now part of a historical record.

New York Times continues to fail on trans issues one year after demands made

It's the anniversary of when a coalition called for an end to the paper's misleading coverage.

Richard Simmons gives rare comment on a new biopic about him starring Pauly Shore

Richard Simmons, who built a fitness empire in the 1980s and a reputation as a gregarious health advocate with a bubbly personality, has remained out of the public eye in recent years.

12 LGBTQ+ Hollywood power players

In our latest print issue, we celebrate just some of the amazing LGBTQ+ talents who are taking over the entertainment industry.

'Ailey' Profiles the Enigmatic, Brilliant Dance Master Alvin Ailey

The new documentary shows Ailey as a gay Black man who knew racism and homophobia but drew on his rich culture to create dances that still resonate.

Hot Sheet for January 17, 2014

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week range from Looking's San Francisco treats to high school queen bees and their G.B.F.s

Amazon's 'Transparent' is Great Television in Transition

It’s wonderful to watch Jeffrey Tambor explore his female side and creator Jill Soloway plot television revolution, but for many viewers, Transparent will just be a damn good, dark family comedy

NewFest returns to NYC on Thursday with over 140 queer titles for its 36th film festival

NewFest returns to NYC on Thursday with over 140 queer titles for its 36th film festival

Don’t miss out on the film festival celebrating queer artistry and get your passes today!

The Advocate's 31 Favorite Films of Outfest 2015

See the highlights of the Los Angeles-based LGBT film festival, which will run July 9-19.

Which LGBT Icon Deserves a Biopic?

The Advocate asked the filmmakers at Outfest who their fantasy LGBT film subject might be -- as well as who they would cast as the lead.

Hot Sheet: October 17, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include GMCLA's hot Halloweenie fundraiser, Mary Lambert, NPH, Laverne Cox, and Dear White People.