Watch these great LGBTQ movies for Pride Month and beyond, like Red, White & Royal Blue, Paris is Burning, Soldier’s Girl, and more.
Can you hear the faint sound of Cher singing in the distance? Does the air look a little more sparkly than normal? Well, that’s because it’s June and Pride Month has arrived yet again. Yes, it’s the most joyous month on the gay calendar, filled with parties, parades, and for some reason, a lot of foldable fans.
But not everyone is interested in celebrating Pride by standing under the glaring sun in the oppressive summer heat. Some people would rather chill at home and watch movies with their friends. Luckily, there are tons of great LGBTQ movies out there that are perfect not just for the queer community, but for anyone interested in a great story. From comedies to dramas and even true stories, these five LGBTQ movies are perfect for Pride Month and beyond.Red, White & Royal Blue (2023)
Based on the hit 2019 novel of the same name, Red, White & Royal Blue follows a very unlikely gay romance between the son of the U.S. president and the Prince of England. On the surface, the movie is a classic enemies-to-lovers tale, but what really sets it apart are the truly fantastic performances. Both leads, Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine, are fantastic and seem relatable and real, yet interesting and charming as well. Uma Thurman even has a fantastic supporting role as the American President who loves and supports her son.
But it would be unfair to talk about how great Red, White & Royal Blue is without mentioning that both Perez and Galitzine are incredibly handsome and have great chemistry together, which helps keep you glued to the story. It’s also great to see a proper feel-good gay rom-com since so many gay movies in the past always involved someone dying of HIV or the trauma of coming out. But in Red, White & Royal Blue, there’s nothing but good vibes.
