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An in-depth analysis on your favorite LGBTQ+ Films and TV shows hosted by Sarita Ramirez (She/Her). Sarita, a Queer and overthinking film and TV lover, provides a space for queer-ious conversation as she explores plot lines and their symbolism from all-time favorite, and not-so-favorite, LGBTQ+ films and TV shows. New episodes monthly! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/moviesalaqueer/support
(Penelope Cruz and Milena Smit in "Madres Paralelas". Courtesy of IMDB)
"MADRES PARALELAS" / "PARALLEL MOTHERS"
Spain, 2021
Written & Directed by: Pedro Almodóvar
Starring: Penelope Cruz and Milena Smit
Synopsis: Two single women meet in a hospital room where they are both going to give birth. One is middle aged and doesn't regret it, while the other is adolescent and scared. The two women form a strong bond with one another as they both confront motherhood.
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Sources: "The Imperfect Mom Onscreen - Ending the 'Selfless Mother' Trope" - The Take Channel
Music: Jose Gomez & Raymond Velez
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(Kodi Smit-McPhee and Benedict Cumberbatch in "The Power of the Dog". Courtesy of IMDB)
"THE POWER OF THE DOG"
Australia / New Zealand, 2021
Written & Directed by: Jane Campion
Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Kirsten Dunst
IMDB Synopsis: Charismatic rancher Phil Burbank inspires fear and awe in those around him. When his brother brings home a new wife and her son, Phil torments them until he finds himself exposed to the possibility of love.
Stream "The Power of the Dog" on Netflix.
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Sources: "The Novice" Director Lauren Hadaway Channels Aronofsky and Fincher for Tense Crew Drama - Tamal Kundu
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(Isabelle Fuhrman in "The Novice". Courtesy of IMDB)
"THE NOVICE"
U.S.A., 2021
Written & Directed by: Lauren Hadaway
Starring: Isabelle Fuhrman, Amy Forsyth, Dilone
IMDB Synopsis: A college freshman joins her university's rowing team and undertakes an obsessive physical and psychological journey to make it to the top varsity boat, no matter the cost.
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Sources: "The Novice" Director Lauren Hadaway Channels Aronofsky and Fincher for Tense Crew Drama - Jude Dry
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Happy Holidays, Fam'! This year has been a crazy one and I apologize for the unannounced hiatus. But, Movies à la Queer will return to its scheduled programming next month, in the beautiful new year of 2022. Thanks to those who still ride with me and this little podcast of mine.
In the meantime, enjoy this re-upload of a new Holiday favorite, "Happiest Season"!
(Mackenzie Davis and Kristen Stewart in "Happiest Season". Courtesy of IMDB)
"HAPPIEST SEASON"
U.S.A. , 2020
Written / Directed by: Clea DuVall
Starring: Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis, Aubrey Plaza
IMDB Synopsis: A holiday romantic comedy that captures the range of emotions tied to wanting your family's acceptance, being true to yourself, and trying not to ruin Christmas.
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Music: Jose Gomez & Raymond Velez
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(Jennifer Beals, Kate Moennig, and Leisha Hailey in The L Word Generation Q)
"The L Word: Generation Q" (2019-)
Show Created by: Ilene Chaiken, Kathy Greenberg, and Michele Abbott
Starring: Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig, Leisha Hailey, Arienne Mandi, Sepideh Moafi, Leo Sheng, Jacqueline Toboni, Rosanny Zayas
Wiki Synopsis: Generation Q is set over ten years after The L Word, in the new setting of Silver Lake, Los Angeles. Several actors from the original series returned to reprise their roles alongside a new ensemble of diverse characters. The show centers on a group of diverse LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks, personal growth and success in Los Angeles.
Stream "The L Word Generation Q" on Showtime through Amazon Prime Video or Hulu subscriptions!
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(The cast of The L Word: Generation Q 2019)
"The L Word: Generation Q" (2019-)
Show Created by: Ilene Chaiken, Kathy Greenberg, and Michele Abbott
Starring: Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig, Leisha Hailey, Arienne Mandi, Sepideh Moafi, Leo Sheng, Jacqueline Toboni, Rosanny Zayas
Wiki Synopsis: Generation Q is set over ten years after The L Word, in the new setting of Silver Lake, Los Angeles. Several actors from the original series returned to reprise their roles alongside a new ensemble of diverse characters. The show centers on a group of diverse LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks, personal growth and success in Los Angeles.
Stream "The L Word Generation Q" on Showtime through Amazon Prime Video or Hulu subscriptions!
Watch Trailer Here! Listen to "The L Word: Generation Q" Season 1 Review & Analysis Episode
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(Izïa Higelin and Cécile de France in 2015's La Belle Saison/Summertime)
"LA BELLE SAISON" / "SUMMERTIME"
France/Belgium, 2015
Directed by: Catherine Corsini
Starring: Izïa Higelin, Cécile de France
IMDB Synopsis: A young woman moves from the French countryside to Paris and begins a passionate love affair with a feminist leader in this drama set in 1970s France.
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Sources: Willow and Thatch - Period Drama? Virginia DeBolt - Summertime (La Belle Saison) Review - Old Ain't Dead Francoise Picq - The History of Feminist Movements in France RFI - France's Women Liberation Movement Turns 50
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(Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer in Killing Eve)
"Killing Eve" (US, 2018-)
Season 3 - U.S.A., 2020
Show Creator: Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Starring: Sandra Oh, Jodie Comer
IMDB Synopsis: After a series of events, the lives of a security operative and an assassin become inextricably linked.
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Sources: BBC America's "Killing Eve" to End with Upcoming Season 4 in 2022 - Peter White
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(Abby McEnany and Theo Germaine in Work in Progress Season 1)
"Work in Progress" (US, 2019-)
Season 1 - U.S.A., 2019
Show Creator: Abby McEnany, Tim Mason
Starring: Abby McEnany, Theo Germaine, Karin Anglin, Celeste Pechous
IMDB Synopsis: Abby, a 45-year-old self-identified fat, queer dyke whose misfortune and despair unexpectedly lead her to a vibrantly transformative relationship.
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Sources: NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE 1-800-273-TALK What Is Suicidal Ideation? A Look at Dangerous Thought Patterns - Marcia Purse Does Polyamory Fall Under the LGBTQ+ Umbrella? - Kim Barrett ‘Work in Progress’ in Chicago filming Season 2 - Reel Chicago
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(Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer in "Killing Eve")
"Killing Eve" (US, 2018-2020)
Season 2 - U.S.A., 2019
Show Creator: Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Starring: Sandra Oh, Jodie Comer
IMDB Synopsis: After a series of events, the lives of a security operative and an assassin become inextricably linked.
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Sources: What Is Queerbaiting and Is ‘Killing Eve’ Guilty of It With Villanelle and Eve? - Alani Vargas
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(Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer in Killing Eve)
"Killing Eve" (US, 2018-2020)
Season 1 - U.S.A., 2018
Show Creator: Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Starring: Sandra Oh, Jodie Comer
IMDB Synopsis: After a series of events, the lives of a security operative and an assassin become inextricably linked.
Stream "Killing Eve" on Hulu!
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Sources: Killing Eve's Villanelle Is Based On A Real-Life Female Serial Killer Literary Devices: Villanelle
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(Kiersey Clemons and Jaqueline Toboni in "Easy" 2019)
"Spontaneous Combustion" - EASY (US, 2016-2019)
U.S.A., 2019
Written & Directed by: Joe Swanberg
Starring: Kiersey Clemons, Jaqueline Toboni
IMDB Synopsis: When Chase and Jo's lease is up, Chase admits she's not ready to be in a committed relationship. But making a clean break isn't easy.
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(Katherine Waterston and Vanessa Kirby in "The World to Come")
"THE WORLD TO COME"
U.S.A., 2020
Directed: Mona Fastvold
Starring: Katherine Waterston, Vanessa Kirby, Christopher Abbott
IMDB Synopsis: Somewhere along the mid-19th century American East Coast frontier, two neighboring couples battle hardship and isolation, witnessed by a splendid yet testing landscape, challenging them both physically and psychologically.
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Sources: Steve Weintraub interviews Katherine Waterston & Vanessa Kirby for Collider THE TAKE - "Bury Your Gays" Trope Explained
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(Guinevere Turner and Cheryl Dunye in "The Watermelon Woman"0
"THE WATERMELON WOMAN"
U.S.A., 1996
Written/Directed: Cheryl Dunye
Starring: Cheryl Dunye, Guinevere Turner, Valarie Walker
Synopsis: 25 year old Cheryl is a black, lesbian filmmaker in Philadelphia with a purpose to make a documentary centering on a forgotten 1930’s actress while dealing with issues of race and homophobia.
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Sources: Ellen E. Jones - "From Mammy to Ma" Yohana Desta - "'The Watermelon Woman':The Enduring Cool of a Black Lesbian Classic" Shane Downing - "The Watermelon Woman": 20 Years Later..."
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(Edward Chen and Jing-Hua Tseng in "Your Name Engraved Herein")
"YOUR NAME ENGRAVED HEREIN" / 刻在你心底的名字
Taiwan, 2020
Directed by: Kuang-Hui Liu
Starring: Edward Chen, Jing-Hua Tseng
Netflix Synopsis: In 1987, as martial law ends in Taiwan, Jia-Han and Birdy fall in love amid family pressure, homophobia and social stigma.
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(Alec Secareanu and Josh O'Connor in "God's Own Country")
"GOD'S OWN COUNTRY"
United Kingdom, 2017
Directed by: Francis Lee
Starring: Josh O'Connor, Alec Secareanu
IMDB Synopsis: Spring. Yorkshire. Young farmer Johnny Saxby numbs his daily frustrations with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of a Romanian migrant worker for lambing season ignites an intense relationship that sets Johnny on a new path.
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Sources: Why the Devil's in the Detail | BFI | Nikki Baughan
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(Saoirse Ronan and Kate Winslet in "Ammonite")
"AMMONITE"
United Kingdom, 2020
Directed by: Francis Lee
Starring: Kate Winslet, Saoirse Ronan
IMDB Synopsis: 1840s England, acclaimed but overlooked fossil hunter Mary Anning and a young woman sent to convalesce by the sea develop an intense relationship, altering both of their lives forever.
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Sources: The True Story Behind the Movie "Ammonite" | Time Magazine - Annabel Gutterman
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(Kim Tae-ri and Kim Min-hee in "The Handmaiden". Courtesy of Amazon Prime)
"THE HANDMAIDEN"/"AGASSI"
South Korea, 2016
Directed by: Chan wook-Park
Starring: Kim Min-hee and Kim Tae-ri
IMDB Synopsis: A woman is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, but secretly she is involved in a plot to defraud her.
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Sources: "The Handmaiden" Dares You to Look - Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya
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(Fran Drescher, Blake Lee, & Hugo Spencer in "The Christmas Setup"
"THE CHRISTMAS SETUP"
U.S.A. , 2020
Directed by: Pat Mills
Starring: Ben Lewis, Blake Lee, Fran Drescher
IMDB Synopsis: As they enjoy the local holidays together, Hugo and Patrick's attraction to each other is undeniable but as Hugo receives word of a big promotion requiring a move to London, he must decide what is most important to him. Watch "The Christmas Setup" on Lifetime Network!
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(Mackenzie Davis and Kristen Stewart in "Happiest Season". Courtesy of IMDB)
"HAPPIEST SEASON"
U.S.A. , 2020
Written / Directed by: Clea DuVall
Starring: Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis, Aubrey Plaza
IMDB Synopsis: A holiday romantic comedy that captures the range of emotions tied to wanting your family's acceptance, being true to yourself, and trying not to ruin Christmas.
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(Adriana DeMeo & Nia Fairweather in "A New York Christmas Wedding" 2020. Courtesy of Netflix)
"A NEW YORK CHRISTMAS WEDDING"
U.S.A. , 2020
Written / Directed by: Otoja Abit
Starring: Nia Fairweather, Adriana DeMeo, Cooper Koch
Netflix Synopsis: As her wedding nears, a bride-to-be is visited by an angel who reveals what could have been if she'd followed feelings for her childhood best friend.
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Kiersey Clemons & Jacqueline Toboni in "Easy" (2017)
"Lady Cha Cha" - EASY (US, 2016-2019)
Written & Directed by: Joe Swanberg
Starring: Kiersey Clemons and Jacqueline Toboni
IMDB Synopsis: A budding burlesque dancer challenges her girlfriend's double standards about art, sex and feminism.
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Kiersey Clemons and Jacqueline Toboni in "Easy"
"VEGAN CINDERELLA" - EASY (US, 2016-2019)
Written & Directed by: Joe Swanberg
Starring: Kiersey Clemons and Jacqueline Toboni
IMDB Synopsis: After a passionate night with a vegan activist, a sheltered student abandons her bacon-eating, carbon-emitting ways.
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Adèle Haenel and Noémie Merlant in "Portrait of a Lady on Fire"
"PORTRAIT OF A LADY ON FIRE"/"PORTRAIT DE LA JEUNE FILLE EN FEU"
France, 2019
Written / Directed by: Céline Sciamma
Starring: Noémie Merlant, Adèle Haenel
IMDB Synopsis:On an isolated island in Brittany at the end of the eighteenth century, a female painter is obliged to paint a wedding portrait of a young woman.
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Emma Stone in "The Favourite" "THE FAVOURITE" 2018 Directed by: Yorgos Lanthimos Starring: Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz IMDB Synopsis:In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne (Colman) occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah (Weisz) governs the country in her stead. When a new servant Abigail (Stone) arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah.
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"THE L WORD: GENERATION Q" SEASON 1 2019 Created by: Ilene Chaiken, Kathy Greenberg, Michele Abbott Starring: Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig, Leisha Hailey, Arienne Mandi, Jacqueline Toboni, Rosanny Zayas, Leo Sheng IMDB Synopsis: Groundbreaking drama series The L Word® revolutionized a generation. This fall the highly anticipated sequel The L Word®: Generation Q debuts. Returning cast Jennifer Beals, Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey will resume their original roles.
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(Hannah Gadsby Netflix)
"NANETTE" 2018 Directed by: Jon Olb, Madeleine Parry Written by: Hannah Gadsby Starring: Hannah Gadsby Synopsis: Hannah Gadsby's stand-up comedy at the Sydney Opera House in Sydney, Australia.
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(Kiersey Clemons & Sasha Lane in "Hearts Beat Loud" 2018)
"HEARTS BEAT LOUD" 2018 Directed by: Brett Haley Written by: Brett Haley & Marc Basch
Starring: Nick Offerman, Kiersey Clemons, Toni Collette Synopsis: "A father and daughter form an unlikely songwriting duo in the summer before she leaves for college."
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Mackenzie Davis & Charlize Theron in "Tully" 2018
"TULLY" 2018 Directed by: Jason Reitman Written by: Diablo Cody
Starring: Charlize Theron, Mackenzie Davis Synopsis: "A mother of three hires a night nanny to help her with her newborn"
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"DISOBEDIENCE" 2018 Directed by: Sebastián Lelio Story by: Naomi Alderman Starring: Rachel Weisz, Rachel McAdams Synopsis: "Photographer Ronit Krushka returns to the community that shunned her decades earlier for her childhood attraction to a female friend. Their reunion soon reignites their passion as they explore the boundaries of faith and sexuality."
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"LOVE, SIMON" 2018 Directed by: Greg Berlanti Starring: Nick Robinson, Katherine Langford, Jennifer Garner Synopsis: "Simon Spier keeps a huge secret from his family, his friends, and all of his classmates: he's gay. When that secret is threatened, Simon must face everyone and come to terms with his identity."
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"DISOBEDIENCE" 2018 Directed by: Sebastián Lelio Story by: Naomi Alderman Starring: Rachel Weisz, Rachel McAdams Synopsis: "Photographer Ronit Krushka returns to the community that shunned her decades earlier for her childhood attraction to a female friend. Their reunion soon reignites their passion as they explore the boundaries of faith and sexuality."
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(Rooney Mara & Cate Blanchett in Carol)
"CAROL" 2015 Directed by: Todd Haynes Starring: Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara Synopsis: Set in 50's New York, this film tells the story of a young aspiring photographer named Therese, played by Rooney Mara and her holiday-affair with an older, divorcee Carol, played by Cate Blanchett.
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(Alicia Vikander and Eddie Redmayne in The Danish Girl)
"THE DANISH GIRL" 2015 Directed by: Tom Hooper Based on Novel by: David Ebershoff Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander Synopsis: The fictional take on Lili Elbe's story as one of the world's first Transgender women to undergo gender reassignment surgery. This film touches upon her life as Einar Wegener, landscape painter and wife, Gerda Gottlieb.
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(Jamie Dornan & Dakota Johnson in 50 Shades of Grey)
"50 SHADES OF GREY" 2015 Directed by: Sam Taylor-Johnson Starring: Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan Synopsis: A college graduate meets a business leader and falls into a "BDSM" (not really) relationship. Yeah, that's the synopsis.
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(Bradley Cooper in "American Sniper")
"AMERICAN SNIPER" 2015 Directed by: Clint Eastwood Starring: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller Synopsis: This film is based on the true autobiographical story of Chris Kyle (Bradley Cooper), a war hero known as the deadliest American Sniper in military History. Watch Trailer: Here
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(Kristen Stewart and Julianne Moore in "Still Alice" 2014) "STILL ALICE" - 2014 Written and Directed by: Richard Glatzer and Wash Westmoreland Starring: Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, Kristen Stewart, Kate Bosworth Synopsis: Alice (Julianne Moore) , a successful woman, wife, and Professor at Columbia University has been diagnosed with early on-set Alzheimer's disease. Her life, as she knows it, disintegrates before eyes.
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("Orange is the New Black" Season 2 Cast)"ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK" Season 2 - 2014 Created by: Jenji KohanBased on "Orange is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison" by Piper Kerman.Starring: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Taryn Manning, Laverne Cox, Uzo Aduba, Kate Mulgrew, Yael Stone, and more fabulous people!Synopsis: We were left with an AMAZING cliffhanger from Season 1 last year, and I think it's about time we explore how good was Season 2 in comparison. Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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SPOILER-FREE REVIEW! ("Orange is the New Black" Season 2 Cast)"ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK" Season 2 - 2014 Created by: Jenji KohanBased on "Orange is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison" by Piper Kerman.Starring: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Taryn Manning, Laverne Cox, Uzo Aduba, Kate Mulgrew, Yael Stone, and more fabulous people!Synopsis: We were left with an AMAZING cliffhanger from Season 1 last year, and I think it's about time we explore how good was Season 2 in comparison. Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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("CUPCAKES" Film Cast)"CUPCAKES" 2014 Israel FilmLanguage: HEBREWDirected by: Eytan Fox (Directed "YOSSI")Starring: Efrat Dor, Dana Igvy, & Keren Berger Synopsis: A group of best friends gather together in Tel Aviv, the second most popular city in Israel, for the annual "Universong" competition that features all top countries' music. The Israeli entry is less than impressive, so the group, in a way of a practical joke, record themselves on a cellphone singing an original song. Little did they know that the song would spread across the nation and would gain them some desired and undesired successes.Watch Trailer! Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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"MEAN GIRLS 2" + #GaysBeLike = THIS FILM ! I had to... I just had to! "G.B.F." 2013 U.S. Film Directed by: Darren SteinStarring: Michael J. Willett, Sasha Pieterse, Paul Iacono, Andrea Bowen, Xosha Roquemore. Synopsis: THERE ARE THREE CLIQUES WHO RULE THE SCHOOL. THE SAINTS A.K.A. MORMONS, THE H.S. BITCHES, AND THE DRAMA GEEKS. THE NEW "MUST HAVE ACCESSORY" IS A GAY BEST FRIEND. BRENT, PLAYED BY PAUL IACONO, WANTS THIS SPOTLIGHT TO BE EVERY CLIQUES' "G.B.F." IT WILL ALSO HELP HIM IN COMING OUT TO EVERYONE. BUT, IN AN ATTEMPT TO HOOK UP HIS BEST FRIEND TANNER, PLAYED BY MICHAEL J. WILLETT TO HOT GAYMEN THROUGH A MOBILE APP, HE ACCIDENTALLY EXPOSES HIM TO THE WHOLE SCHOOL AS A HOMOSEXUAL INSTEAD OF HIM. NOW, TANNER IS IN EVERYONE'S HINDSIGHT AS THEIR NEW POSSIBLE G.B.F.Watch Trailer!Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Marc Anthony Samuel & Brian McArdle)Hot Guys + Guns... = "HOT GUYS WITH GUNS" ! Simple enough, right?"HOT GUYS WITH GUNS" 2013 U.S. FilmWritten/Directed by: Doug SpearmanStarring: Marc Anthony Samuel & Brian McArdleSynopsis: TWO MEN FIND THEMSELVES MIXED INTO THIS ROBBERY/MURDER MYSTERY CASE OF THIEVES DRUGGING AND ROBBING VICTIMS IN, SURPRISINGLY ENOUGH, SEX PARTIES. NO, IT'S NOT A PORNO. MY RATING: "Meehhh" w/ a 3.4/5 Watch Trailer !Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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Yes, NEW RATING SYSTEM! We have our original 1-5 (1 - batshit, 5 - amazeballs) but in a nicer, more sophisticated (kinda) format. Listen & enjoy! Follow us @MoviesalaQueerSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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Are you a fan of the UK & World renowned band Goldfrapp?Did you listen to their "Tales of Us" Album?Did you know they released a 30-minute FILM based on characters from the album?If you didn't...well, you do now! "TALES OF US" 2013 U.K. FilmWritten/Directed by: Lisa GunningStarring: Alison Goldfrapp &... (Listen for Full list)Synopsis: LIKE THEIR STUDIO ALBUM "TALES OF US", THIS 30-MINS FILM FOLLOWS THE CHARACTERS IN THIS VERY HAUNTING BUT AESTHETICALLY BEAUTIFUL MOTION PICTURE. Watch Trailer ! Follow us @MoviesalaQueer Sarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Lily Hall)The perfect student in the not so perfect situation gets into much trouble. "SUBMERGE" 2013 Australian FilmDirected by: Sophie O'ConnorStarring: Lily Hall, Christina Hallet, Kevin DeeSynopsis: JORDAN IS THE PERFECT UNDERGRAD STUDENT WHO FINDS HERSELF JUGGLING COMPETITIVE SWIMMING, HER GRADES, AND NOW A NEW LOVE INTEREST FOUND IN HER T.A., ALSO TUTOR. BUT, JORDAN SOON FINDS HER JUGGLING TO WORK AGAINST HER AS SHE FALLS INTO A VERY STEEP, DOWNWARD SPIRAL OF JUST... BAD. Watch Trailer Here!DVD Release March 1st, order now! Watch more LGBT/Lesbian FilmsSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Max Reimelt (Top) & Hanno Koffler (bottom) )What will you do when love hits you in an unexpected and out-of-this-world way? "FREE FALL" 2013 German FilmDirected by: Stephan LacantStarring: Hanno Koffler, Max Reimelt, Katharina Schüttler Synopsis: MARC LEADS OF LIFE OF LAW AND DIRECTION, WITH A WIFE AND A BABY ON THE WAY, HE ENLISTS IN THE CITY'S POLICE ACADEMY. BUT, HIS LIFE TAKES A TURN WHEN HE MEETS KAY, ANOTHER ACADEMY STUDENT, AND THE TWO FALL IN LOVE. This film is rumored to be "Germany's answer to 'Brokeback Mountain'". Does it meet the hype? Listen now! Watch Trailer Here!DVD Release March 4th, order now! Can't wait for DVD? Rent/buy to watch online now! Watch more LGBT/Lesbian FilmsSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Google Images)How was your Valentine's Day? Not that great? Yeah, we don't blame you! Why not settle with a heart-breaking (literally!) film? We've selected our 10 BEST QUEER BREAK UP FILMS! Listen to Part 1 (Non-Queer Films) Danielle IG: @TheMagnaCarta Request your favorite films for review by emailing us at Moviesalaqueer@gmail.com and visit our current listing of films available here on our main page, Movies a La Queer! Sarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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Yay! Ellen Page comes out on February 14 (yesterday!) a the Human Rights Campaign Inaugural Conference in Vegas! That and Valentine's Day galore, all in this episode of Lés Be Honest! Watch more LGBT/Lesbian FilmsSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Jared Leto & Matthew McConaughey)One man's quest at elongating life brings a new outlook of life and what it means to live; for others' and for oneself. Directed by: Jean-Marc ValléeStarring: Matthew McConaughey, Jared Leto, Jennifer GarnerSynopsis: BASED ON THE TRUE LIFE OF RONALD WOODROOF, AN AIDS PATIENT WHO BEGINS TO SMUGGLE FDA UNAPPROVED PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS IN TEXAS WHEN HE FINDS THEM EFFECTIVE IN IMPROVING HIS SYMPTOMS. TRAILER: Watch it HERE! DVD release date: FEBRUARY 4th! Watch more LGBT/Lesbian FilmsSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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(Miranda Otto & Glória Pires)Based on the true love story of Pulitzer Prize winning Poet, Elizabeth Bishop and Brazilian Architect Lota de Macedo Suarez, this one is a tear jerker! Directed by: Bruno BarretoStarring: Miranda Otto, Gloria Pires Synopsis: BIOGRAPHICAL FILM BASED ON THE NOVEL "FLORES RARAS Y BANALISSIMAS" BASED ON THE TRUE LOVE STORY OF PULITZER PRIZE WINNING POET ELIZABETH BISHOP AND ARCHITECT LOTA DE MACEDO SOARES. SET IN RIO DE JANEIRO BETWEEN THE 1950'S AND 1960's. Trailer: Watch here! Rent & Buy it HereWatch more LGBT/Lesbian FilmsSarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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Everyone has their own mid-life crisis, right?Some people get surgery, change their hairstyle, and some become call-girls? Written/Directed: Stacie PassonStarring: Robin Weigert, Maggie SiffSynopsis: An oppressed, lesbian housewife, Abby Abelman, decides to return to work as an interior designer after living her idle, middle aged, bed-death marriage with her wife Kate, in this experience, she falls into the interesting and full of taboo side job as an extravagant, high-priced hooker in NYC. But, what happens when a woman from her town shows up on her client list?
What would you do?Trailer: HERERent & Watch itWatch more LGBT/Lesbian Films Sarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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A love story? Not quite. Maybe? You decide.French Film (w/ subs) + Attractive Co-stars + (very) explicit love scenes = A must see !TRAILER HERE! Rating? Listen to find out!Movie is released on DVD Feb. 2014! Sarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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Getting over a break-up? Feeling mushy, upset, or just down-right depressed?NO WORRIES!PLUS! A special guest joins us! :D Listen to find out! We have a niiiiccee list for you cats to listen to. This is PART 1 of a 2-PART series! This show only features NON-LGBT or Major Motion Picture films for your liking.Next podcast will feature a TOP 10 Queer/LBGT-Friendly films available soon! DONT FORGET TO NOMINATE & VOTE FOR MalQ as Stitcher's BEST NEW SHOW for 2013 by vising this link HERE ! You can vote once a day and nominations end 12/24! Request your favorite films for review by emailing us at Moviesalaqueer@gmail.com and visit our current listing of films available here on our main page, Movies a La Queer! Sarita M. Ramirez@SaritaMRamirez
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I got a chance to talk to this smoldering actress about her role as a Mexican-Immigrant in the heartwarming Comedy/Drama ("Dramedy"), MARGARITA available now Here!
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If you could be an illegal in any country, which would it be? Listen for my answer!
This review covers the film "MARGARITA", directed by the lovelies Dominique Cardona & Laurie Colbert.
It stars: Nicola Correia Damude, Patrick McKenna, Claire Lautier, Christine Horne, Maya Ritter
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IT'S HALLOWEEENNN!! Okay, not yet, but we're only ONE WEEK AWAY! Help me choose my costume!!Also, updates on what's been going on with:* Dating Life * Weight Loss Journey * School? Internships? WORK?? * Future projects I'll be handling
I also will be asking you lovely people a very important question so respond using the email:Moviesalaqueer@Gmail.comOR TWITTER:@MOVIESALAQUEER@SARITAMRAMIREZ Don't forget to share with me your Halloween Costumes! :) XOXO
Much Owed.Over time.But, it's here! Enjoy my review of "Cloudburst" & "White Frog" available NOW on iTunes Podcasts & Online. CLOUDBURST TRAILER: http://bit.ly/1dgIXljWHITE FROG TRAILER: http://bit.ly/19ZyjL8 Win my copies of these films by emailing me something about yourself at: Moviesalaqueer@Gmail.ComCurve Drive-In Link
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Did you ever have that Friend that was more of a "Friend"?A friend that just being around them caused the back hairs of your neck to stand upwith just the sight of them?Okay, now let's take it back to High School years..--yeah! There you go! Want a copy of this film? Read below! Final Rating. 4.6Watch Trailer Here ! WIN MY COPY OF "MOSQUITA Y MARI" BY TWEETING ME @MOVIESALAQUEER & @SaritaMRamirez ! Curve Drive-In LinkMovies á La Queer Facebook
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I'm not particularly fond of talking about religion.. But Sin-talk is always fun!What's your "Deadly Sin"? Can you guess mine?Find out! Curve Drive-In Link
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I'm happy to be back and alive and well!
Just an update on life and what's been going on and why I've gone missing!
a BIG THANK YOU to all of the listeners, I am grateful and--
you haven't seen the last of me yet, I promise.
Also, I'd like to know if you'd like updates on my journey. :)
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You Go Glen Coco!!
Greetings from the Dominican Republic! :)
I'm bringing you "MEAN GIRLS", one of my favorite films of all time
starring Lindsay Lohan (Pre-Crazy), Rachael McAddams, Amanda Seyfriend, Tina Fey (and more...!)
Final Rating: 4.3 !
Here's a full film list that is being added to every day!
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I'm starting off this summer '13 right! =D
(All of this is in the podcast...)
I was having a lunch date with my BFFL and "Dont Worry Baby" by The Beach Boys came on and I remember
the film "Never Been Kissed" which I haven't seen in over 2 years or so--
I watched it today. And, it sparked the idea to start a side blog for my "Coming of Age" films. :)
Here's a full film list that is being added to every day!
"NEVER BEEN KISSED" - 1999
Starring: Drew Barrymore, Michael Vartan, David Arquette, .. young James Franco??
Final Rating: 4.7 !
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First off, have you been watching "EASY ABBY"??
If you have, we applaud you. if you haven't? Erm.. Where have you been? Are you okay?
Don't sweat it!! You can catch up with all first 12 episodes of "EASY ABBY" Season 1 HERE!!
Writer & Director Wendy Jo Carlton and Lisa Cordileone who stars as "Abby" join us at MALQ to chat about experiences, what's in store for "EASY ABBY" and FINALE!!
SEASON 1 FINALE TRAILER HERE -- It's so worth it =D
Stay tuned to Movies á La Queer for our "EASY ABBY" SEASON 1 REVIEW soon!
Send questions @Moviesalaqueer or their Twitters below
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After 8 months-- your girlfriend breaks up with you due to your commitment-issues!
"I love you?...But I'm just getting to know you!", you reply.
And now you're single-- wait, no you're not. You have a BOYFRIEND. Oh -- and HIS EX-GIRLFRIEND?
Final Rating: 4.2 -- Tune in!
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Picture yourself surrounded by wonderfully, happy friends, enjoying their lives and partners while you're stuck in an unhappy marriage. One of your friends suggests "taking on a female lover."
What do you do?
Final Rating: 2.75
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Although Sarita still believes the "paint" used in the sex-scene was CHOCOLATE rather thanPaint (Lauren's opinion) -- IT was still worth talking about.
Do you agree?-- Is Sex better than Chocolate?
Final Rating: 3.1
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"Everyone wants to be "Kissing Jessica Stein!" -- we know Sarita does!
What happens when a straight, neurotic Copy-Editor in New York answers a personal-ad created by a bi-curious art-curator? Will...they....work?
Final Rating: 4.6
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Are you wondering...
"What exactly are these two b**es talking about?"
"How do they rate these films again?"
"Twingie-what??"
Have no fear!
We've created a 60-SECOND "explaination" of what MALQ is!
De nada. :)
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Who wouldn't love a nice, Lezzy-Spy Movie?
"D.E.B.S."
Watch Trailer here!
Written/Directed by: Angela Robinson
Starring: Sara Foster | Jordana Brewster | Meagan Good | Devin Aoki | Jill Ritchie
Lauren's fascination over Jordana, Sara's best echoing effects-- all in our recap of D.E.B.S.!
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Did you catch past Sunday's Oscar '13 ceremony?
We did (Sarita) -- (at least some of it (Lauren)!)
Our reactions, disappointments, obsessions-- Hint: Charlize Theron's hair, Anne Hathaway-- and more!
Music Credits:
"I Dreamed a Dream" - Lés Miserables Motion Picture Soundtrack - Anne Hathaway
"Skyfall" - Skyfall Motion Picture Soundtrack - Adéle
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Do we make you nervous.. no.. well but.. love could..
"Loving Annabelle"
Watch Trailer here!
Directed by: Katherine Brooks
Starring: Erin Kelly | Diane Gaidry | Laura Breckenridge
Nothings a secret anymore in our recap, find out what we think about Simone and Annabelle's little secret...
Music Credits:
Afrojack feat. Eva Simmons "Take Over Control"
Sak Noel "Loca People"
Edward Maya feat. Vika Jigulina "Stereo Love"
Sweedish House Mafia "Don't Worry Child"
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How was your Valentine's Day?
Why do you think Lauren is that cheesy in her movie reviews? Why is Sarita such a hornball in hers?
Get a little more personal with the ladies of Movies a La Queer and see what they did for Valentines Day!
Sexy details and more on Lés Be Honest Recap!
Music Credits:
Tegan & Sara's new album "Heartthrob" out now on iTunes!
(Sarita's obsessed with it)
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Become unraveled with...
"ELENA UNDONE"
Directed By: Nicole Conn
Starring: Necar Zadegan / Traci Dinwiddie
Do you believe in soul mates? Hear our thoughts on fundamental connections, soulemetry, love and fate in this lesbian romance.
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It's Valentine's Day, so let's...
"IMAGINE ME & U"
Written/Directed: Ol Parker
Starring:
Piper Perabo | Lena Headey | Matthew Goode | Darren Boyd
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Let's get a drink at the...
"THE FOUR FACED LIAR"
Directed by: Jacob Chase
Starring: Marja Lewis Ryan | Emily Peck | Todd Kubrack | Daniel Carlisle
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