HEARTSTOPPER (2022-??)

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"Heartstopper" is a heartwarming and tender TV series based on Alice Oseman's popular webcomic and graphic novel of the same name. The show follows the lives of two British teenagers, Charlie and Nick, as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, friendship, and first love. Charlie, an openly gay high school student, begins to develop feelings for Nick, a kind and reserved rugby player who is still coming to terms with his own sexuality. Their unexpected connection leads to a deep and transformative relationship as they explore their emotions, identities, and the challenges of growing up in a world that isn't always accepting. "Heartstopper" is a touching and authentic portrayal of young love, self-discovery, and the importance of support and acceptance in the journey towards self-acceptance.

CAST

KIT CONNOR

JOE LOCKE

OLIVIA COLMAN


WHERE TO WATCH

NETFLIX

HEARTSTOPPER (2022-??)

LOVE, SIMON(2018)

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"Love, Simon" is a heartwarming coming-of-age film released in 2018. The movie follows the story of Simon Spier, a high school student who is secretly gay and struggling to come out to his friends and family. When a fellow student, known only as "Blue," anonymously reveals his own homosexuality on an online forum, Simon begins a heartfelt and anonymous email exchange with him. As their virtual connection deepens, Simon becomes determined to discover the true identity of Blue, all while navigating the challenges of high school, friendship, and first love. "Love, Simon" is a touching and humorous exploration of self-acceptance, identity, and the courage it takes to be true to oneself.

CAST

NICK ROBINSON

JOSH DUHAMEL

JENNIFER GARNER


WHERE TO WATCH

AMAZON

LOVE, SIMON(2018)

HANDSOME DEVIL(2016)

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"Handsome Devil" is a 2016 coming-of-age drama film directed by John Butler. The story follows the unlikely friendship between two Irish boarding school students, Ned and Conor. Ned is a sensitive and artistic young man who's an outcast at the rugby-obsessed school. Conor, on the other hand, is a star rugby player and the school's heartthrob. Despite their differences, the two boys bond over their shared love of music and form a deep connection.

As their friendship grows, they face the challenges of an institution that values conformity and struggles with issues of identity and prejudice. "Handsome Devil" explores themes of acceptance, the power of friendship, and the courage to be true to oneself, making it a heartwarming and inspirational story of self-discovery and standing up against societal expectations.

CAST

FIONN O'SHEA

NICHOLAS GALITZINE

ANDREW SCOTT


WHERE TO WATCH

AMAZON

HANDSOME DEVIL(2016)

CALL ME BY YOUR NAME (2016)

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"Call Me by Your Name" is a coming-of-age romantic drama film released in 2017. Set in the summer of 1983, the story revolves around the blossoming romance between Elio Perlman, a 17-year-old Italian-American boy, and Oliver, a 24-year-old graduate student who comes to stay with Elio's family in their idyllic Italian villa. As the summer unfolds, Elio and Oliver's initial friendship deepens into a passionate and profound love affair. The film beautifully captures their journey of self-discovery, love, and desire, set against the backdrop of the stunning Italian countryside. It explores themes of first love, sexual awakening, and the fleeting nature of summer romance. "Call Me by Your Name" is a poignant and evocative portrayal of the complexities of human emotions and relationships.


CAST

TIMOTHEE CHALAMET

ARMIE HAMMER

MICHAEL STUHLBARG


WHERE TO WATCH

AMAZON

CALL ME BY YOUR NAME (2016)

MOONLIGHT (2016)

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"Moonlight" (2016) is a poignant and Oscar-winning coming-of-age drama that follows the life of Chiron, a young African-American man, as he navigates his challenging upbringing in a rough neighborhood in Miami. The film is divided into three acts, each portraying a different stage of Chiron's life – childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Through moments of heartache and self-discovery, we witness Chiron's journey as he grapples with his identity, sexuality, and the profound impact of his relationships with his mother, a drug-addicted woman, his closest friend, Kevin, and a compassionate mentor named Juan. "Moonlight" is a powerful exploration of identity, love, and the enduring search for one's true self in a world that often feels harsh and unrelenting.

CAST

TREVANTE RHODES

ANDRE HOLLAND

NAOMIE HARRIS

WHERE TO WATCH

AMAZON

MOONLIGHT (2016)