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Allan Deberton and Lázaro Ramos Discuss Tender Brazilian Queer Youth Drama ‘Gugu’s World,’ Launch Clip Ahead of Berlin Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

3 weeks ago01 mins

Under the scalding hot sun of the Brazilian northeast, a group of young boys kicks dirt up while running over a football. All but one, Gugu, whose energy is directed elsewhere: a pompous dance number by the sidelines of the improvised field. Allan Deberton’s “Gugu’s World,” world premiering at the Berlin Film Festival, follows the…

Critic’s Notebook: In Praise of ‘Heated Rivalry’ and Gay Happy Endings

David Thompson2 months ago014 mins

Critic’s Notebook: In Praise of ‘Heated Rivalry’ and Gay Happy Endings The cultural landscape for queer stories has undeniably expanded in recent years. Yet, a specific, potent alchemy occurs when a narrative combines high-stakes drama, genuine romantic heat, and an unapologetically happy resolution. HBO’s breakout hit, ‘Heated Rivalry’, has mastered this formula, becoming a phenomenon…