“It’s not just about telling queer stories,” I continue, louder now as I find my footing. “It’s about telling all kinds of queer stories. Yes, there can be tragedy and death and darkness, there’s an important place for that, but don’t forget about queer beauty and queer catharsis and queer joy! Every gay character doesn’t need to die in the first scene, or in a third-act blaze of glory to save everyone else. Support queer heroes, not just onscreen, but offscreen too!”
