We blooming love these amazing queer stories!
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE BY NETFLIX
Spring has finally arrived – time to retire that Happiest Season TikTok edit, winter’s officially over. As flowers start to bloom and the days stretch out with a bit more sunshine, we’ve rounded up some brilliant LGBTQIA+ films and TV shows that are perfect for lighter, longer evenings.
Heartbreak High
Where to watch: Netflix
This Aussie teen rom-com is making a comeback this spring, with its highly coveted third season on the way. Following a group of troublesome teenagers, Heartbreak High has continually raised the bar for LGBTQIA+ representation across TV. With characters that span the entire LGBTQIA+ community, this show embraces darkness and light with gusto.
Crush
Where to watch: Disney
If you’re already looking towards summer, this coming-of-age story is right up your street. Starring Rowan Blanchard and Auliʻi Cravalho, Crush sees a teenage girl join her high-school track team just to get close to her crush. Spoiler alert: she becomes far more interested in her crush’s twin sister!
The Half Of It
Where to watch: Netflix
This gorgeous coming-of-age film has everything you could want in a queer rom-com. Ellie Chu is nerdy – she even writes her classmates’ essays. But everything flips upside down for Ellie when the school’s jock asks for help writing a love letter for the the girl Ellie likes…
Rafiki
Where to watch: Available to rent or buy
This colourful Kenyan drama is just one of the blossoming queer stories that have recently come out from countries where homosexuality is still illegal. Rafiki follows the story of two women who are forced to navigate their love through family and political pressures.
Heartstopper
Where to watch: Netflix
Time for a Heartstopper rewatch? We thought so. This heartwarming series is the perfect comfort watch as the leaves start to reappear on the trees. With the upcoming film on the horizon, you’re going to want to revisit your favourite characters now.
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