This is episode 151 of the Baehr and Curadh podcast. We are going to talk about the top gay movies.
Airplane (1980)
The classic parody of 70’s disaster flicks, there’s a character named Johnny portrayed by gay actor Stephen Stucker. In the film Johnny is a worker in the control tower helping to safely land a plane. Johnny is Gay. He is hilariously, stereotypically gay.
Scary Movie (2000)
Although the Wayans Bros. have a history of hilarious gay comedy in their films, they reached their apex with the character of Ray (portrayed by Shawn Wayans) in Scary Movie 1 & 2. The character of Ray is a jock. He’s a jock who has all the stereotypical earmarks of a flaming homosexual yet doesn’t believe himself to be gay.
Brokeback Mountain (2005)
Two young men forge a deep bond while herding sheep on Brokeback Mountain, leading to a complex and secretive romantic relationship that spans over decades.
Call Me by Your Name (2017)
Set in 1980s Italy, a passionate summer romance blossoms between a young boy and his father's American assistant, exploring themes of love and loss.
The Handmaiden (2016)
In 1930s Korea, a con woman is hired to be the handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, but their relationship becomes complicated as they develop feelings for each other.
Love, Simon (2018)
A high school student navigates life, love, and coming out to his friends and family, all while trying to uncover the identity of his anonymous online crush.
My Own Private Idaho (1991)
Two friends, one of whom is a narcoleptic street hustler, embark on a journey of self-discovery and love across the American Northwest.
The Kids Are All Right (2010)
A lesbian couple's family dynamic is tested when their teenage children seek out their biological father, leading to unexpected complications.
Maurice (1987)
In early 20th-century England, a young man grapples with his homosexuality in a society that condemns it, leading to a life-altering decision.
But I'm a Cheerleader (1999)
A high school cheerleader is sent to a conversion therapy camp when her parents suspect she's a lesbian, leading to comedic and heartfelt revelations.
Paris Is Burning (1990)
A documentary capturing the vibrant drag ball culture of New York City in the late 1980s, highlighting themes of race, class, and gender.
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994)
Two drag queens and a transgender woman embark on a road trip across the Australian Outback, facing challenges and celebrating their identities.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001)
A rock musical about a transgender punk rock singer from East Berlin, telling her story of love, loss, and self-discovery.
God's Own Country (2017)
A young farmer in Yorkshire forms a bond with a Romanian migrant worker, leading to a transformative and passionate relationship.
Fire Island (2022)
A group of friends embark on a week-long vacation to the iconic Fire Island, navigating love, friendship, and self-discovery.
