MIX CPHs queerantine watchlist: lesbian visibility
In the spirit of Lesbian Visibility Day we decided to focus this weeks watchlist on films featuring lesbian lives, stories, and lovin’.
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Barbara Hammer
There's an archive of as many as 10 movies from the amazing lesbian experimental movie skinny online now.
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‘Nanette’ by Hannah Gadsby (2018)
On Netflix
Stand up special, honest and true talk about lesbian love, gender identity and mental health. Be ready to cry and get frustrated. Another thing, her new stand-up special 'Douglas' is coming to Netflix soon.
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‘The Favourite’ (2018)
On Viaplay
Think historical inaccuracy, flipped, period drama with lesbian sex – it's really fun!
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‘Booksmart’ (2019)
On Viaplay
Two best friends try to catch up on all the basic high school experiences they've missed on their last day of school. One of the coolest things about this film (besides already out of the closet and proud lesbian teenager) is that it perceives feminist thoughts in young people as a matter of course.
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‘Rafiki’ (2018)
On BFI Player
Filmed in Kenya, this is the story of two rival politicians' daughters who fall in love. It's a sweet love story, great drama and the movie is filled with beautiful colors and beautifully filmed scenes. Very remarkable!
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‘Fucking Åmål’ (1998)
On HBO Nordic
It has teenage love, provincial boredom, Swedish 90s slang and a cute O'boy date. This is a groundbreaking lesbian coming-of-age film that is as relevant today as when it was first released.
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‘Bound’ (1996)
On Blockbuster
If you've only seen 'The Matrix' by the Wachowskis, do yourself a favour and watch this glorious genre-mixing piece of film. You get here masterful movie creation filled with lesbian deliciousness.
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‘Pariah’ (2011)
On iTunes
An important piece of black LGBTQ+ film work. This lovely jump-out and coming-of-age movie will take you through the entire emotional register.
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‘The Watermelon Woman’ (1996)
On iTunes
In this docu-fiction, Cheryl tries to find out who an unnamed black actress, known only as "The watermelon woman" is. It leads her to find out more about her roots. Get ready for 90s vibe with pre-internet research, VHS and outfits.
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‘Kyss Mig’ (2011)
On Viaplay
Mia's marrying Tom, but a hot weekend trip with Frida turns it all upside down. Very enjoyable!
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‘A Secret Love’ (2020)
On Netflix
Netflix documentary 'A Secret Love'.