The Queer-Coded Villain Trope, Explained | Tragic Queer Cinema EPISODE 2

From Classic Hollywood to Disney animations and horror films, we explore how cinema has historically portrayed villains with subtle queer characteristics. Join us as we examine the problematic history of queer-coding in antagonists, analyzing how these portrayals have shaped societal perceptions and reinforced harmful stereotypes. We'll dive into examples from the Hays Code era, Disney's animated villains like Ursula and Scar, and the troubling trend of cross-dressing killers in horror films. Learn about the cultural impact of these representations and why they continue to influence modern cinema. read more...