Pride 2026: A Q+ Celebration
June 13
Leviticus
Queer horror has been having a moment lately, and Leviticus is one of the most exciting additions to the genre. Set in a remote Australian town, the film follows teenagers Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen), whose budding romance is exposed to their deeply religious community. What begins as a story about young love quickly spirals into something far more terrifying after the boys are subjected to a disturbing church “cleansing” ritual that unleashes a supernatural force determined to hunt them down.
But this isn’t just a creature feature. The entity stalking Naim and Ryan takes the form of what they desire most: each other. It’s a chilling premise that allows Leviticus to explore queer shame, religious trauma, and the lasting damage caused by attempts to suppress or “fix” LGBTQ+ people. As the horror escalates, so does the emotional weight of the story, forcing the boys to confront both a very real monster and the fears they’ve internalized about themselves.
After earning strong reviews on the festival circuit, Leviticus is finally arriving in theaters, and we couldn’t think of a better time to spotlight it. Equal parts terrifying, heartbreaking, and deeply romantic, the film blends supernatural horror with a tender queer love story in ways that have resonated with critics and audiences alike. If you’re looking for something a little darker this Pride Month, grab some friends and support this one on the big screen.
Where to watch? Leviticus is available in theaters in the US and some other regions. Check local listings to find showtimes and theaters closest to you.
The Switch
One of the best things about Pride Month is discovering queer stories that might have flown under your radar, and that’s exactly where The Switch comes in. The Canadian comedy-drama follows Sü (Nyla Rose), a trans woman navigating life, love, friendship, and the occasional disaster while sharing a house with a collection of equally complicated people. What unfolds is a funny, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest look at queer community, chosen family, and the realities of everyday life.
What makes The Switch stand out to us is how effortlessly it balances humor with authenticity. The series isn’t interested in turning its characters into symbols or teaching moments. Instead, it allows them to be messy, lovable, frustrating, and deeply human. Sü’s relationships with the people around her drive much of the show’s charm, creating a world that feels lived-in and genuine while never losing its sense of humor.
Years after its original release, The Switch has found a new audience thanks to its online availability, giving viewers another chance to discover a show that was ahead of its time in its approach to trans storytelling. Funny, warm, and packed with heart, it’s exactly the kind of hidden gem Pride Month was made for.
Where to watch? The Switch is available to watch for free on YouTube.
The Starving Saints by Caitlin Starling
If you’re in the mood for something dark, unsettling, and impossible to stop thinking about, Caitlin Starling has you covered. The Starving Saints is a sapphic gothic horror novel set within a besieged medieval castle where food has run out, hope is fading, and survival feels increasingly impossible. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, a mysterious figure arrives and begins performing miracles, providing food and relief to the starving inhabitants.
Of course, in a horror novel, miracles rarely come without a cost. As conditions inside the castle begin to improve, questions emerge about the stranger’s true nature and the source of their power. Through the perspectives of several women trapped within the fortress, the novel explores faith, devotion, desire, hunger, and the dangerous things people are willing to believe when they have nowhere else to turn.
Part gothic horror, part psychological thriller, and part exploration of obsession, The Starving Saints is the kind of book that thrives on atmosphere. Starling creates a world filled with dread, mystery, and moral ambiguity, while weaving queer relationships and complex female characters into the heart of the story. It’s creepy, immersive, and perfect for readers who like their horror stories with plenty of emotional depth.
Where to buy? The Starving Saints is available to purchase at all reputable booksellers.
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