Queer Films Made Under the Hays Code (1934-1968)
88 Queer Films Made During theHays Code Era (1934-1968). Six of the movies listed won Best Picture at the Oscars, while a further 11 were nominated in the Best Picture category
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Month: August 2026
Scorpio Rising (1964) Queer Film (B)
There is no conventional gay romance or coming-out narrative, but the camera’s desire is unmistakably directed toward men. The biker becomes an erotic object.
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What’s the Matter with Helen? (1971) Queer Film B+
Curtis Harrington’s What’s the Matter with Helen? stands as one of the most refined entries in the psycho‑biddy—or hagsploitation—cycle, anchored by two powerhouse performances from Shelley Winters and Debbie Reynolds.
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Hair (1979) Queer Film B+
Even though none of the principal characters is explicitly identified as gay, director Milos Forman’s Hair has a surprisingly strong queer subtext. The most important element is the relationship between Berger (Treat Williams) and Claude (John Savage). Berger immediately becomes fascinated with Claude, draws him into his world, changes his appearance and social identity, and ultimately makes an extraordinary sacrifice for him.
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Mic Drop Karaoke, We-Ho, Unwittingly Excludes Queer Night Life!
I have been a regular at Mic Drop since it opened and it’s a fun place. Great K-Jays, super nice...
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