Pride 2025: A Q+ Celebration!
June 16
On Swift Horses
Based on Shannon Pufahl’s novel, On Swift Horses is a quietly aching drama that explores forbidden desire and fractured dreams in post–Korean War America. The story follows newlyweds Muriel (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and Lee (Will Poulter), whose lives are disrupted by the return of Lee’s younger brother, Julius (Jacob Elordi)—a charming, restless drifter with a gambler’s soul and a past he’s trying to outrun. As Muriel becomes drawn to the world of underground horse betting, Julius sets off for Las Vegas, where a magnetic connection begins to form between him and a mysterious man named Henry (Diego Calva).
What makes On Swift Horses resonate so deeply is the way it treats longing and secrecy not just as narrative devices but as emotional truths. Jacob Elordi delivers a quietly devastating performance as Julius, a man in search of freedom, love, and something like belonging. With lush visuals and a tender, smoldering tension, this film unpacks queer desire in a time when it had to stay hidden. It’s dreamy, devastating, and absolutely worth the ride.
Where to watch? On Swift Horses is available to stream on MUBI (US only). VOD available in certain regions.
Modern Family
Sure, Modern Family wrapped in 2020, but its legacy—especially when it comes to queer representation—deserves ongoing celebration. Cam and Mitch weren’t just the first married gay couple on a major network sitcom; they were a beloved part of the pop culture fabric for over a decade. Through humor, heart, and sometimes hilariously awkward parenting moments, they brought visibility to same-sex couples raising families in a way that felt both groundbreaking and relatable.
Even now, Modern Family continues to be a comfort show for many LGBTQ+ viewers. It reminds us how far we’ve come, and how powerful it can be to see queer love presented with warmth and humor in mainstream media. So if you haven’t watched (or rewatched) it lately, consider this your sign.
Where to watch? Modern Family is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.
How It All Ends by Emma Hunsinger
From debut author Emma Hunsinger comes How It All Ends, a whimsical yet emotionally resonant graphic novel about love, time, and the moments that define a relationship. The story follows two women, one mortal and one immortal, whose relationship spans decades—perhaps even centuries—as they navigate the passage of time, changing identities, and the bittersweet nature of impermanence.
With expressive illustrations and sharp, poignant dialogue, Hunsinger crafts a deeply affecting meditation on what it means to love someone when nothing lasts forever. It’s funny, sad, and profoundly human—making it a perfect queer love story for readers who want something a little different, a little magical, and a whole lot honest.
Where to buy? How It All Ends is available to purchase at all reputable booksellers.
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