In this episode of Chaps Out Culture, Stephen McKenna breaks down the significance of Victim (1961), The Naked Civil Servant (1975), and Beautiful Thing (1996)-  three powerful works that transformed queer visibility on screen.

From Dirk Bogarde’s ground-breaking bravery, to Quentin Crisp’s flamboyant honesty, to Jonathan Harvey’s joyful celebration of young gay love, this episode celebrates the truth, humour, resilience, and beauty found in queer storytelling.

Whether you're discovering these films for the first time or revisiting them through Stephen’s warm, insightful lens, this conversation is a love letter to the LGBTQ+ community and the cultural milestones that helped pave the way.

✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:• Why Victim was a turning point in queer representation• The genius and courage of Quentin Crisp• How Beautiful Thing changed the landscape of British LGBTQ+ film• The cultural power of Channel 4 and early queer TV visibility

🎬 If you love queer cinema, LGBTQ+ history, uplifting conversations, or discovering cultural gems, this episode is for you.

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