The Bury Your Gays Trope, Explained | Tragic Queer Cinema EPISODE 1

From early cinema to modern television, we explore the controversial history of LGBTQIA representation in media, focusing on the harmful pattern of killing off queer characters. We'll examine how this trope evolved from censorship laws to contemporary storytelling, and why it continues to impact audiences today. From Oscar Wilde to "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," we analyze key moments in media history that shaped this problematic trend, while highlighting recent positive changes in LGBTQIA representation through shows like "Heartstopper" and films like "Fire Island." read more...