If a character isn’t straight, I’m happy to play the role provided that we’re not leaning on stereotypes or I’m taking a role away from another actor. Now if I’m asked to tell an LBGTQ+ story, I would decline. We should be showcasing LGBTQ+ talent and amplifying their voices
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I think that's the distinction he was making.
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1/part of me agrees but another doesn't, here's why: A. I dont want a situation when an actor "owes" it to share publically what their sexuality is in order to claim legitimacy for their part. Nor do I want closeted actors to shy away from roles for this reason. B. I feel that ->
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2/ the limit can be blurry between what consists of "a queer story" and a story when character "happens to be queer". Unless it's specifically a historical piece. To me for ex, Mullholand Drive is a beautiful piece about lesbian loneliness, now was it intended that way?Probably->
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