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Queer Planet

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Queer Planet is a 2024 nature documentary series about LGBT behavior in animals, directed and produced by Ed Watkins.[1] The series is narrated by actor Andrew Rannells.

Content

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The documentary is split into several parts. It talks about some of the animal species which exhibit LGBT behavior, particularly homosexuality and bisexuality, including lions, giraffes, and clownfish.

Reception

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The film was generally received well by critics, with a particular emphasis on the series' wit and use of humor.[2][3] Matthew Rozsa of Salon.com wrote, "Queerness is everywhere in nature, despite claims to the contrary, and 'Queer Planet' underlines that sexual diversity isn't an anomaly. It's worth celebrating."[4]

However, the series elicited backlash from some for its alleged political agenda. Several conservative political commentators criticized the film, including Fox Nation's Tomi Lahren.[1][5]

References

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  1. ^ a b Lowry, Brian (2024-06-06). "'Queer Planet' takes a look at the animal kingdom through a Pride-colored lens". CNN. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
  2. ^ Fallon, Kevin (2024-06-06). "This Film Wants You to Believe All Animals Are Super-Gay". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
  3. ^ Peikert, Mark (2024-06-06). "'Animals Are Nowhere Near as Straight as We Were Led to Believe': Inside Peacock Doc 'Queer Planet'". IndieWire. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
  4. ^ Rozsa, Matthew (2024-06-06). "Exploring the profound beauty of wildlife on a "Queer Planet"". Salon. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
  5. ^ Yurcaba, Jo (2024-06-06). "Peacock's 'Queer Planet' features lion 'bromances,' pansexual monkeys and more". NBC News. Retrieved 2024-06-09.