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The Eternals’ Hercules May Be Marvel’s First gay Movie Superhero

April 5, 2019 by scott

Marvel is reportedly planning to make Greek demi-god Hercules its first gay superhero on film in upcoming blockbuster The Eternals. The groundbreaking move, reported by news site MCU Cosmic, follows the news last month that Marvel was searching for a gay male actor to play the film’s lead. The studio was looking to cast a man between the ages of 30 and 49 who is preferably open about their sexuality and able to “physically look like a superhero,” according to popular culture site That Hashtag Show. Full Story: Josh Jackman, Pink News

Marvel Production Chief: World is Ready for Gay Superhero

March 9, 2019 by scott

Attending the premiere of Captain Marvel in Los Angeles, Marvel’s production chief Victoria Alonso told Variety that “the world is ready” for a gay superhero. Alonso would not confirm rumors that the studio is seeking a gay lead for its 2020 tentpole The Eternals, but said,“We are going to cast the best ‘Eternals’ cast that we can and when we’re ready to announce it we promise you we will.” She added: “Why would we only want to be recognized by only one type of person? Our audience is global, is diverse, is inclusive. If we don’t do it that way … Read more

FILM: Marvel Features a Female Hero

March 7, 2019 by scott

“Captain Marvel,” ranked as the most highly anticipated release of 2019, zooms into theaters today. It’s the 21st film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but only the first to star a female character. Even though it doesn’t get everything right, the movie is a fun and fresh take on the superhero genre. It’s amazing what happens when women and people of color take center stage. Set in 1995, and loaded with wonderful pop culture references, the movie is both an origin story and a mystery. Written and directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (with Geneva Robinson-Dworet also receiving screenplay … Read more

Marvel Seeking Gay Actor for Eternals Film?

March 2, 2019 by scott

Marvel Studios is reportedly looking to cast an openly gay male actor as the lead in upcoming comic book movie The Eternals. The movie is said to be searching for someone who is between the ages of 30 and 49. He needs to “physically look like a superhero” and will preferably be open about their sexuality. According to The Hashtag Show, they are open to men of all ethnicity. If they manage to find someone who fits the bill, the actor will mark the first openly gay lead within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The publication also suggests that the studio … Read more

FILM: Trailer Has Frozen Fans Convinced Elsa is a Lesbian

February 23, 2019 by scott

Frozen 2 protagonist Elsa is a lesbian, according to many fans who have watched the new trailer. Disney fueled the long-held opinion of queer Frozen enthusiasts, that the ice queen should be written as a lesbian, with the release of a new teaser. In the two-minute video, Elsa is seen attempting to use her powers to create an icy pathway across the sea, and also blasts a pink-and-purple cloud in a scene which seems to use bisexual lighting. In the two-minute video, Elsa is seen attempting to use her powers to create an icy pathway across the sea, and also blasts a pink-and-purple cloud in … Read more

INTERVIEW: Gay Actor/Producer Joseph Herrera Releasing New Horror-Mystery Film

February 3, 2019February 3, 2019 by scott

We’re thrilled to have an interview with Joseph Herrera, an openly gay actor/producer who has just secured distribution for a new horror film called Reel Killz: Queer Sci Fi: Hey Joseph, thanks for hanging out with us at Queer Sci Fi. :) What’s it like being an openly gay in Hollywood these days? Joseph Herrera: I feel so lucky that I am not judged on who I’m sleeping with but only by what I can bring to the table here in the Dallas film community. I pretty much give that freedom to the gays before who fought for us to … Read more

FILM: Lesbian Erotica Meets Sci Fi in New Short

January 31, 2019 by scott

Experiment H21 is an adult short film featuring an all-female cast, exploring medical fetish and extra-terrestrial encounters. The story takes place in an alien medical room as two extra-terrestrial nurses perform erotic experiments on their patient. The film runs for 13 minutes, and is a gift to anyone who loves science fiction or medical fetishes. With a soundtrack reminiscent of the X-Files, the colours, alien nurse costumes and medical bay design will captivate the imagination. You will be unable to look away. It is mysterious and erotic all at once, offering a sci-fi delight to fans. Experiment H21 was screened … Read more

Lee Daniels Finds a Star for His Gay Superhero Film

January 20, 2019 by scott

Nearly a decade ago, Lee Daniels revealed that he dreamed of creating a superhero film starring a gay protagonist. It’s been a long time in the making, but apparently his dream is on the verge of coming true. Daniels recently took to Instagram on Tuesday (Jan. 15), and announced that he will be making a gay superhero flick, and he’s found the perfect lead. Daniels is reportedly teaming up with viral star, SuperB***h for the new movie. “Y’all remember maybe 10, 12 years ago I said my dream was to make a gay superhero film?” he said in a video message on … Read more

INTERVIEW: Israel Luna, Author/Director of “Kicking Zombie Ass for Jesus”

January 20, 2019 by scott

We have something special today – an interview with Israel Luna, the gay writer, director and producer of the forthcoming grindhouse feature film “Kicking Zombie Ass For Jesus” – and the trailer too. About the Film: Five years ago in October 2013 after many failed crowdfunding campaigns and one halfway successful campaign with IndieGoGo, Dallas filmmaker Israel Luna was ready to film the companion piece to his 2010 controversial film, the grindhouse homage, Ticked-Off Trannies with Knives. Filmed over the course of seventeen days on a shoestring budget of 7,200 dollars, Israel was finally able to complete KZAFJ (Kicking Zombie … Read more

FILM: New Spider-Man Movie Casts Two Trans Actors

January 20, 2019 by scott

“Spider-Man: Far From Home” is the first Marvel film to cast two transgender actors, according to the Advocate. Zach Barack will portray Peter Parker’s (Tom Holland) friend and Tyler Luke Cunningham will be seen as a featured extra. Cunningham appeared as Charlie in the second season of BBC Two’s sitcom “Boy Meets Girl.” Speculation was already swirling during filming when the actors were spotted behind-the-scenes. In one photo Holland posted on Instagram, Barack can be seen second from the right. By Mariah Cooper, The Washington Blade