Tag: LGBT+

Food

Using LGBTQ+ for Profit in the Food Industry

Words by Amy Leadbitter, image by Taylor Heery (via Unsplash). WeÔÇÖve all seen an uptake in brands ÔÇÿpromotingÔÇÖ or ÔÇÿraising awarenessÔÇÖ for LGBTQ+ issues, especially around Pride month; from The Co-OpÔÇÖs gender-neutral gingerbread person, to M&SÔÇÖs LGBT sandwich. Do these companies actually care about LGBTQ+ issues, or is this ÔÇÿrainbow washingÔÇÖ? ÔÇÿRainbow-washingÔÇÖ, similar to ÔÇÿwoke-washingÔÇÖ, is a way for companies to outwardly show ÔÇÿsupportÔÇÖ for … Continue reading Using LGBTQ+ for Profit in the Food Industry

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LGBT+, Love

I Am Not Your Porn Tag – The Weight of Bisexual Fetishisation

By Rahima Bhatti ÔÇ£ArenÔÇÖt you a bit young for that girls?ÔÇØ A middle-aged man smirks at me at age 15, standing outside school, holding hands with my girlfriend. It makes my skin feel like itÔÇÖs going to turn inside out, but I just smile in hope that heÔÇÖll leave us alone. These experiences stick with you, they ingrain themselves in your consciousness, making every man … Continue reading I Am Not Your Porn Tag – The Weight of Bisexual Fetishisation

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LGBT+, Love

1988, Section 28 and Its Lasting Unwanted Legacy

Illustration by Madeline HowellBy Sarah Belger In 1988, British Conservative Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher banned the ÔÇÿpromotion of homosexualityÔÇÖ by local authorities with the introduction of Section 28 of the Local Government Act. This meant school children received no formal education about LGBT+ identities or relationships. Local libraries were also prohibited from stocking books and films which contained mentions of homosexuality, meaning that most children … Continue reading 1988, Section 28 and Its Lasting Unwanted Legacy

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Features

Amber Heard – The ‘Untrustworthy’ Woman

words by: Elly Savva *TW // Domestic violence: This piece talks about details of abuse that may be triggering for survivors* Despite the recent verdict which ruled that Amber Heard had been subjected to violence by her ex-husband Johnny Depp, many on the internet have rushed to DeppÔÇÖs defence. Leaked phone calls suggest that their marriage was messy and Heard fought back. However, the fact … Continue reading Amber Heard – The ‘Untrustworthy’ Woman

Elly Savva
LGBT+ LGBTQ+ lockdown
LGBT+, Love

“I am essentially trapped” – How LGBT+ Students Are Holding on During Lockdown

Words by Kate WaldockArtwork by Kate Waldock Away from family and without the worry of parents and siblings prejudice, University is for many LGBT+ students a haven of peace to be comfortable with themselves. Lockdown presents a new challenge and many have had to stumble back into the proverbial closet at home, hiding their identities for a long period of time. Being pushed back into … Continue reading “I am essentially trapped” – How LGBT+ Students Are Holding on During Lockdown

Kate Waldock
Film & TV, Interview, LGBT+

Interview: Conor Leach on ÔÇÿSequin in a Blue Room.’

By Cynthia Vera Appearing in his first film, fresh faced Conor Leach is quietly fascinating at the film’s core. Sequin is confident yet heÔÇÖs hardly the chatterbox, but the actor is ever so expressive; capturing both the characterÔÇÖs sulking self-assurance and lingering anxiety. Newcomer Leach comes up in full force, oozing confidence, itÔÇÖs almost intoxicating.  HereÔÇÖs what Conor Leach had to say about his experiences … Continue reading Interview: Conor Leach on ÔÇÿSequin in a Blue Room.’

Cynthia Vera
Film & TV, LGBT+

Review: Sequin in a Blue Room

By Cynthia Vera A heart-warming debut from director Van Grisnven, ÔÇÿSequin in a Blue RoomÔÇÖ is a queer thriller that unfolds itself like a teenage fantasy; a stunning tale of obsession, seduction, and ultimately, loneliness. Sequin in a Blue Room is a story that follows 16-year old Sequin (Conor Leach), an endearingly mysterious boy who chooses instant sexual satisfaction with older men over meaningful relationships. … Continue reading Review: Sequin in a Blue Room

Cynthia Vera
Culture

A Look Back on IRIS 2019 | Film Festival Review

by Tabitha Jukes Another year, another Iris comes and goes and, being my first, it certainly wonÔÇÖt be my last. The weeklong Iris Prize LGBT+ Film Festival saw Cardiff transform once more into a vibrant carnival of LGBT+ film celebration. Embracing both diverse stories and people, this global Festival connects Cardiff to an array of new friends and talent from the British Born makers to … Continue reading A Look Back on IRIS 2019 | Film Festival Review

Sofia Brizio
Features

Queer and Now

Poppy Jennings In the wake of another incredible Pride Month, society is left with both positive and negative questions about what comes next. Amidst the ÔÇ£stop forcing your sexuality down our throatsÔÇØ and ÔÇ£canÔÇÖt wait ÔÇÿtil Pride next yearÔÇØ, the activism and celebration still lingers on my mind. After attending the many events of Queer and Now, a Pride festival hosted by Tate Britain for … Continue reading Queer and Now

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Features

Corporations and Pride: helping the cause or helping themselves?

Bethany Griffiths Students at Cardiff University, and the creator and editor of Fruitcake Magazine, Jamie Windust, have their say on the rise of corporations getting involved in Pride this year. Each year we gradually see more and more corporations getting involved in Pride Month, with this year perhaps seeing the biggest rise in corporations ditching their usual logos for the Pride rainbow colours. Companies attribute … Continue reading Corporations and Pride: helping the cause or helping themselves?

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Film & TV, LGBT+

IRIS PRIZE SHORT FILM REVIEW: We Love Moses

During my time at the Iris Prize Festival I was lucky enough to be able to see a few of the competition winners, which includes ÔÇÿBest British ShortÔÇÖ, and ÔÇÿBest International ShortÔÇÖ, to name a few. We Love Moses Until last yearÔÇÖs astonishing ÔÇÿMoonlightÔÇÖ, it is safe to say that black, gay masculinity was a subject rarely explored in film. At least, not with the … Continue reading IRIS PRIZE SHORT FILM REVIEW: We Love Moses

mollyjackson
Film & TV, LGBT+

IRIS PRIZE SHORT FILM REVIEW: ‘One Summer’

During my time at the Iris Prize Festival, I was lucky enough to be able to see a few of the competition winners, which includes ÔÇÿBest British ShortÔÇÖ, and ÔÇÿBest International ShortÔÇÖ, to name a few. One Summer The pastoral to gay narratives is what waterlilies were to Monet; inseparable and unimaginably beautiful. ÔÇÿOne SummerÔÇÖ is the quiet, sun-drenched story of two sheepshearers wiling their … Continue reading IRIS PRIZE SHORT FILM REVIEW: ‘One Summer’

mollyjackson
Film & TV, LGBT+

IRIS PRIZE REVIEW: Prom King, 2010

The LGBTQ+ narrative in cinema is one that comes with a rather complicated history. From ÔÇÿBrokeback MountainÔÇÖ right up to this yearÔÇÖs most lauded romance, ÔÇÿCall Me by Your NameÔÇÖ, LGBTQ+ stories in film have repeatedly been dominated by drama, tragedy and, more often than one would like, death. How refreshing it is, then, as a huge fan of queer narratives, to come across Christopher … Continue reading IRIS PRIZE REVIEW: Prom King, 2010

mollyjackson
Horizon
Film & TV

Preview: Iris Prize 2016

This year, the Iris Prize celebrates their 10th anniversary and the milestone of becoming a BAFTA recognised A list festival. The international LGBTQ+ film festival takes place in Cardiff on the 12 -16th October, and will include feature films, shorts and even live music performances and screening introductions from some of the directors. We’re giving you a preview of some of our top picks; you … Continue reading Preview: Iris Prize 2016

Sadia Pineda Hameed
LGBT+

Your Stories: LGBT+

WeÔÇÖve watched as celebrities have taken the plunge, willingly or not, and have come out to millions of people. Ellen Page, Raven Symone, Caitlyn Jenner, Sam Smith; there is no ‘one-story-fits-all’. Some face criticism, some receive love, respect and admiration, while for others it simply isnÔÇÖt that big a deal. This month, Quench asked students to tell their stories. Elliott, Biology, First Year One of … Continue reading Your Stories: LGBT+

Emily Giblett
Music

History In The Making

In celebration of LGBT+ History Month, Quench Music take you through some of the communityÔÇÖs most influential musical figureheads FRANK OCEAN In the build-up to his eagerly anticipated 2012 debut Channel Orange, rumours surrounding Frank OceanÔÇÖs sexuality began to circulate. Critics, who were able to listen to the album prior to its release, noticed that gender pronouns implying a male love interest were used on … Continue reading History In The Making

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Film & TV

Review: Pride

A lot of people will be pleasantly surprised by the film ÔÇÿPrideÔÇÖ. If youÔÇÖre looking for a pick up from your end-of-summer-gloom then Pride will certainly inspire and spark that good, old warm feeling inside you. This film tells a story about an unlikely union across class and gender lines in a way that is lovely, heart-warming, painful and hilarious. You will feel emotional by … Continue reading Review: Pride

Aaron Roberts