Must-see LGBTQ+ films every straight ally should watch
The ultimate act of allyship is to watch, listen, and understand our stories.
April 24, 2025
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The ultimate act of allyship is to watch, listen, and understand our stories.
"I grew up in New York City," Lady Gaga explained. "I also was a student of Paris is Burning when I was really, really young."
From Glen or Glenda to Hedwig and the Angry Inch, these are the iconic, seminal films every young LGBTQ+ person needs to see!
An aspiring model and drag queen, Xtravaganza was found dead before filming for “Paris is Burning” concluded.
Ang Lee's film is one of 25 added this year, joining many other LGBTQ+ movies from previous years.
Her House announced Carmen Xtravaganza's passing on Friday.
The Doodle celebrates the anniversary of the 1990 documentary Paris Is Burning.
We've assembled 32 films to recommend, from 1977's Word Is Out to 2021's Pieces of Us.