Wilson Cruz
Biography: Wilson Cruz (born Wilson Echevarría; December 27, 1973) is an American actor, better known for playing Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life and a recurring character on Noah's Arc. In both his acting and his community work, Cruz has served as a model and mentor to gay youth, especially gay youth of color. Description above from the Wikipedia article Wilson Cruz, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Birthday: December 27, 1973
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Supernova
2000-01-14
Supernova
Overview: Set in the 22nd century, when a battered salvage ship sends out a distress signal, the seasoned crew of the rescue hospital ship Nova-17 responds. What they find is a black hole--that threatens to destroy both ships--and a mysterious survivor whose body quickly mutates into a monstrous and deadly form.
Genres: Science Fiction Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-01-14
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All Over Me
1997-04-25
All Over Me
Overview: Claude and Ellen are best friends who live in a not-so-nice area of New York. They're involved in the subculture of 90s youth, complete with drugs, live music, and homophobia. All is changed one night when a violent and meaningless death rocks their lives.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-04-25
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Coffee Date
2006-11-10
Coffee Date
Overview: Todd's life takes a turn when his friendship with a homosexual causes everyone in his life to start questioning his sexuality.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-11-10
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The People I've Slept With
2009-08-13
The People I've Slept With
Overview: The People I've Slept With - a promiscuous woman who finds herself with an unplanned pregnancy and needs to figure out who the baby daddy is...NOW. Angela Yang loves sex. She loves it so much she needs to make baseball cards of her lovers to help her remember where she's been. She doesn't think twice about her lifestyle until she finds out that she's pregnant. Her gay best friend, Gabriel Lugo tells her to "take care of it," but her conservative sister, Juliet persuades Angela to get married to the baby's father and lead a "normal" life like her. Angela listens to her sister, chooses to keep the baby, and goes on a quest to find the identity of the father by any means necessary.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-08-13
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Mother of the Bride
2024-05-08
Mother of the Bride
Overview: Lana's daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: she's getting married. In Thailand. In a month! Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma's heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago.
Genres: Romance Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-05-08
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Joyride
1997-11-18
Joyride
Overview: A bored motel clerk and his buddies go for a little joy ride in a woman's car. They don't realize until it is too late that she is a paid assassin and that her latest victim is in the trunk. Thus begins the clerk's descent into a shadowy world of lies and murder.
Genres: Comedy Drama Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-11-18
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Noah's Arc: The 'Rona Chronicles
2020-07-29
Noah's Arc: The 'Rona Chronicles
Overview: A pandemic-era reunion special of Patrik-Ian Polk’s groundbreaking ’Noah’s Arc’ series.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-07-29
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Rick & Steve: The Happiest Gay Couple in All the World
2007-05-26
Rick & Steve: The Happiest Gay Couple in All the World
Overview: Welcome to the gayest of gay ghettos, West Lahunga Beach, where Rick and Steve make their fabulously decorated double-income-no-kids home. That is until Rick's lifelong lesbian friend Kirsten asks him to be the father of her child. There's just one catch, Kirsten's wife Dana and Rick's husband Steve are mortal enemies. The insults fly, nothing goes unspoken, and the ugly, bitter truth about domestic bliss never looked so cute. Starring the voices of Alan Cumming, Peter Paige, Wilson Cruz, and Margaret Cho, with music from the creators of Avenue Q. Viewer discretion advised.
Genres: Animation Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-05-26
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Tina Town
2023-10-01
Tina Town
Overview: Three young gay men who are best friends, two of them married to each other, find the memories of their individual childhood traumas so painful they turn to crystal meth, “Tina”, their "painkiller." After years of using they all descend to a world that might be imaginary or real called Tina Town where residents are met immediately with two choices: stop using the drug which would allow for possible escape and a chance to continue living or use and face the wrath of the town's unofficial leader, Mr. Jones, who, upon catching a young resident, rapes and kills them. Two of the characters, Sammy and Andy who are married to each other, must mourn the loss of their friend, Ashtyn, who was recently captured. Sammy and Andy are left and faced with the two choices which they find almost impossible to make.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-10-01
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Meth Head
2013-03-07
Meth Head
Overview: Kyle Peoples never wanted to be the man he has become in his 30s, an accountant stuck in a dead end job, with a lover who is more successful than he and a family that doesn't get him at all. So when a night of partying leads to a new family of friends and fun, Kyle sees an opportunity for escape from reality. But Kyle's new friendship with Maia and Dusty and the trio's love of crystal meth eventually cost Kyle his job, his companion, his home and his family. Kyle's escape becomes his trap, the party is an illusion and the crystal is slowly killing him, physically and psychologically. When he finally bottoms out and is no longer the young man his father once boasted about with pride, Kyle must choose: life or meth.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-03-07
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Trapped: The Alex Cooper Story
2019-09-28
Trapped: The Alex Cooper Story
Overview: When a teenager reveals that she is gay to her devout Mormon parents, they decide to send her to a conversion therapy home in Utah.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-28
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Nixon
1995-12-22
Nixon
Overview: A look at President Richard M. Nixon—a man carrying the fate of the world on his shoulders while battling the self-destructive demands from within—spanning his troubled boyhood in California to the shocking Watergate scandal that would end his Presidency.
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-12-22
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Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone
2020-04-26
Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone
Overview: Online special co-hosted by Billy Eichner and Lilly Singh in response to COVID-19 featuring celebrities and live performances raising funds for LGBTQ community centers.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-04-26
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Convincing Clooney
2011-01-01
Convincing Clooney
Overview: Comedy starring Sulo Williams, Aimee Garcia, Kelly Perine
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-01-01
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Fruit of the Poisonous Tree
Fruit of the Poisonous Tree
Overview: Based on the Police file of Det. Phil Williams who worked to pull a young man from a forced life of crime only to uncover a ruthless, nationwide syndicate protected by Police leadership forcing a "Serpico-enemy # 1", battle for survival.
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Original Language: en
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Habla Loud
2022-09-13
Habla Loud
Overview: Inspiring celebrities and influential Latinos come together to "speak loudly" and share their stories of being Latinos in the U.S.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-09-13
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The Sweet Life
2017-09-13
The Sweet Life
Overview: Kenny is an ice cream vendor in Chicago with a crisp white uniform and an apathetic heart. When he encounters Lolita, a sharp-tongued but despondent insurance actuary, their heated conversation, natural spark and mutual hopelessness lead to an unusual proposal for a meet-cute: to travel to San Francisco, where they will jump off the Golden Gate Bridge together.
Genres: Romance Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-13
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After Louie
2017-03-17
After Louie
Overview: As an AIDS activist and member of ACT UP in the 1980s and 90s, Sam witnessed the deaths of too many friends and lovers. Battlewounded and struggling with survivor's guilt, Sam now resents the complacency of his former comrades and derides what he sees as the younger generation's indifference to the politics of sex, and of death. An unexpected intimacy with a much younger man challenges Sam's understanding of contemporary gay life. Through this unconventional romance, he is forced to deal with the trauma that so informs his past, their present, and an unknown future.
Genres: Romance Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-17
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Johns
1996-12-10
Johns
Overview: It's the day before Christmas, the day before John's 21st birthday. He's a prostitute on Santa Monica Blvd in L.A., and he wants to spend that night and the next day at the posh Park Plaza Hotel. Meanwhile, Donner, a lad new to the streets, wants John to leave the city with him. John spends the day trying to figure out how to deal with Donner's friendship.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-12-10
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He's Just Not That Into You
2009-02-06
He's Just Not That Into You
Overview: Have you ever sat by the phone wondering why he said he would call, but didn't, or you can't figure out why she doesn't want to sleep with you anymore, or why your relationship just isn't going to the next level... they're just not that into you. Gigi just wants a man who says he'll call—and does—while Alex advises her to stop waiting by the phone. Beth wants a proposal after years of a committed relationship with her boyfriend, Neil, who sees nothing wrong with the status quo. Janine's not sure if she can trust her husband, Ben, who can't quite trust himself around Anna. Anna can't decide between the sexy married guy, or her straightforward, no-sparks standby, Conor, who can't get over the fact that he can't have her. And Mary, who's found an entire network of loving, supportive men, just needs to find one who's straight.
Genres: Comedy Romance Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-02-06
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Fabulous! The Story of Queer Cinema
2006-02-12
Fabulous! The Story of Queer Cinema
Overview: A chronological look at films by, for, or about gays and lesbians in the United States, from 1947 to 2005, Kenneth Anger's "Fireworks" to "Brokeback Mountain". Talking heads, anchored by critic and scholar B. Ruby Rich, are interspersed with an advancing timeline and with clips from two dozen films. The narrative groups the pictures around various firsts, movements, and triumphs: experimental films, indie films, sex on screen, outlaw culture and bad guys, lesbian lovers, films about AIDS and dying, emergence of romantic comedy, transgender films, films about diversity and various cultures, documentaries and then mainstream Hollywood drama. What might come next?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-02-12
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Beat the Bash
1996-02-14
Beat the Bash
Overview: Over a decade before President Obama signed the Mathew Shepard Act in 2009, 'Beat the Bash' was produced in hopes of bringing public awareness to the heinous act of gay bashing.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-02-14
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The Ode
2008-07-17
The Ode
Overview: A young, gay Indian flees to Hollywood, away from an overprotective mother and memories of his father's violent death. A successful banker by day, at night his life unravels in a blur of alcohol, drugs, and sex as he grapples with love, loss and ultimately, forgiveness. Based on actual events and the acclaimed novel by Ghalib Shiraz Dhalla.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-07-17
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The Skinny
2012-02-10
The Skinny
Overview: Five black Brown University classmates, four gay men and a lesbian, reunite in New York City for a weekend of fun, sins, secrets, lies and drama.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-02-10
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Slip Away
2011-04-30
Slip Away
Overview: Selena and Jane are tangled in a web of desire. One struggles to find perfect love, while the other chases gratification through artificial bliss. How far does one go before they simply Slip Away?
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-04-30
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Party Monster
2003-09-05
Party Monster
Overview: The New York club scene of the 80s and 90s was a world like no other. Into this candy-colored, mirror ball playground stepped Michael Alig, a wannabe from nowhere special. Under the watchful eye of veteran club kid James St. James, Alig quickly rose to the top... and there was no place to go but down.
Genres: Comedy Drama Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-09-05
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Noah's Arc
2004-07-27
Noah's Arc
Overview: Four gay friends live in L.A. and deal with today's issues, boyfriends, aids, your boyfriend's children, making it in the movie biz, etc.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-07-27
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Billy's Blowjobs
2017-02-14
Billy's Blowjobs
Overview: A man seeks the numbing comfort of anonymous sex, until a chance encounter which may change his outlook on life. Inspired in part by Andy Warhol's film "Blow Job," this new film brings the arthouse tradition to the gritty streets of contemporary Los Angeles.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-02-14
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25 Years of Rent: Measured in Love
2021-03-02
25 Years of Rent: Measured in Love
Overview: A quarter century ago, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical, RENT, opened at New York Theatre Workshop. From its humble beginnings at NYTW, this rock musical went on to shape a generation. What began in the East Village traveled to Broadway, across the nation and around the world. On March 2, 2021, NYTW held its biggest fundraising event of the year, 25 YEARS OF RENT: MEASURED IN LOVE. This virtual celebration of RENT and its impact on the collective cultural consciousness featured a selection of iconic songs by some of today’s most beloved recording and theatre artists, exclusive content uncovering how RENT came to life, and reflections on the driving force of Jonathan’s legacy in the American theatre.
Genres: Music Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-03-02
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The American Boys
2020-11-30
The American Boys
Overview: At elementary school, a child struggles to come to terms with his feelings for a teacher. In high school, the lead singer in a local band has admirers in both the girls and the boys. Meanwhile on campus the pitches and pools have their fair share of star-crossed lovers. And as for Billy? He's just happy to cruise. The 6 short films are: These Things Take Time (2018); The Legend of Scotty Watts (2017); Two Fish (2017); You Can Play (2015); I Think I'm Gay? (2019); Billy's Blowjobs (2017).
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-11-30
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