User:TaterTrotz1/LGBT

Video Games
The video game industry has been progressive in its inclusion of LGBT characters. For example in 1986, the game Moonmist includes a same sex couple; this is recognized as the first representation of an LGBT character in a video game. In 1988, Nintendo introduces a transgender character known as Birdo in the game Super Mario Bros. 2.

Music
Music has played an important role in the LGBT community. In 1976, Tom Robinson Band recorded the song "Glad To Be Gay" for the the gay pride rally in London. In 1984, a synth-pop group known as Bronski Beat released the song "Smalltown Boy" which highlighted the violence against gays. Modern artists such as Lady GaGa, Madonna and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis continue to advocate for the LGBT community with songs such as "Born This Way", "Vogue" and "Same Love".

Film
The LGBT representation has gone through phases through out the film industry. From 1890-1930, homosexuality in films were usually there as something to be ridiculed and/or be laughed at by the audience. From 1930-1950 the film industry was accused for immorality by women's and religious groups. This lead to any LGBT character to only be defined by mannerisms and never explicitly talked about. 1960-1970 was a time where women and gay rights movements were starting to rise. As this happened, gay and lesbian representation in film became more homophobic. This lead to the film industry making gay characters more violent and dangerous in such films like The Children's Hour(1961) and Vanishing Point(1971). In the 90's the film media starts to see more inclusion of LGBT characters. Films such as Birdcage, Philadelphia and Flawless In & Out are just some examples. However the film media is still hesitant about putting LGBT characters in movies as they try to appeal to as many people as possible and fear by adding to many LGBT characters or themes they may loose some of that audience.