In this video, we dive deep into biopics and ask the critical question: Why are biopics failing us? Focusing on the recent controversies surrounding portrayals in Hollywood, such as the depiction of Nina Simone by Zoe Saldana and the groundbreaking role of Billy Porter in POSE, we explore how trauma, capitalism, and identity politics intersect to shape the stories we see on screen.

We'll discuss the impact of these portrayals on the LGBTQ+ community, especially in the context of queer trauma and the sacrifices made for visibility. Are these biopics helping to elevate marginalized voices, or are they contributing to further harm by misrepresenting our stories? Join me as we unpack these complex issues and consider how mainstream media and streaming services navigate (and sometimes exploit) these narratives.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro
02:10 Billy Porter, James Baldwin, and the forthcoming biopic
05:23 Breaking down "Unprotected" by Billy Porter
10:50 Confronting queer trauma and resilience in storytelling
16:05 The dangers of bad biopics and identity co-optation
22:45 Exploring the connections between radical history, biopics, and spectacles of violence
25:06 🎬 Analysis of biopics, representation, and blackness in the media
27:12 ✍️ Critique of James Baldwin's and Billy Porter's Approach to representation and activism
31:19 💡 Reflection on the importance of trauma, representation, and diverse narratives in history


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