A record number of queer women were killed off in fictional narratives in 2016, sparking a movement for better LGBTQ representation in media.
Synopsis
A record number of queer women were killed off in fictional narratives in 2016, sparking a movement for better LGBTQ representation in media.
Synopsis
At ClexaCon, a fan convention for LGBTQ women, attendees gather to celebrate queer representation in media. Directed by Gabrielle Zilkha, Queering the Script investigates the evolution of storytelling for queer women, tracing the shift from subtextual relationships in shows like Xena: Warrior Princess to more visible narratives in series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Carmilla. The film addresses the backlash against harmful tropes, including queerbaiting and Dead Lesbian Syndrome, and features insights from figures like Ilene Chaiken and Stephanie Beatriz. It premiered on May 26, 2019, at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival in Toronto.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Gabrielle Zilkha, the director behind this impactful film.
- See how social media activism shapes queer narratives.
- Find out about the campaigns against queerbaiting.
Did You Know
- The film premiered on May 26, 2019, at the Inside Out Film Festival.
- Queering the Script won a Special Programming Award at Outfest in Los Angeles.
- ClexaCon is a fan convention specifically for queer women.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed Queering the Script?
Queering the Script was directed by Gabrielle Zilkha.
When did Queering the Script premiere?
Queering the Script premiered on May 26, 2019 at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival in Toronto.
What award did Queering the Script win at Outfest?
Queering the Script won a Special Programming Award for Freedom at Outfest in Los Angeles.
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