Wong Kar Wai’s Happy Together was ahead of its time and a massive success. Asian LGBTQ+ films that you must add to your watch list Happy Together (1997) Image credit: Happy Together/ IMDb Additionally, each Asian nation’s own stance on community plays an active role in making these movies more nuanced. For the latter, we have listed some of the best Asian LGBTQ+ movies that they can watch throughout the Pride Month and be a part of the celebrations in their own way.Ĭapturing themes, such as gay marriage, sexual orientation and gender identity, juxtaposed against societal restraints, these LGBTQ+ movies have become a powerful medium to spread awareness and depict the struggles of the community to a larger audience. While some take to the streets, waving the rainbow flag in jubilant processions, others might choose to stay back at home for some quiet time.
June is observed as the International Pride Month, and it is celebrated in many ways.
This June, here are some of the most interesting Asian LGBTQ+ films you should watch, or add to your watch list for any and every month thereafter.