Explore the history of the American LGBTQ movement through the lens of TV in this five-part docuseries. Combining archival footage with new interviews, the series looks at homophobia, the evolution of LGBTQ characters, and coming out in the TV world.
5 episodes total
Status
Ended
First Aired
2020
Rating
7.1/10
15 votes • HD
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Episodes
Episode 1 • Feb 14, 2020
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
Episode 2 • Feb 14, 2020
Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.
Episode 3 • Feb 14, 2020
HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
Episode 4 • Feb 14, 2020
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
Episode 5 • Feb 14, 2020
Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
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