Best. Lesbian. Week. Ever. (June 8, 2007)
"LESBIAN" KISS OF THE DAY
This gratuitous "lesbian" moment is brought to you by the paparazzi who think it's automatically Sapphic when two women kiss each other hello:
Thanks, Liv Tyler and Kate Bosworth! You make loving fun.
TEGAN AND SARA GET CONNED, BUT STILL ROCK
In case you haven't heard, last week Tegan and Sara's upcoming album The Con, due out July 24, leaked out onto the internet almost two months early, and Sara wrote on their MySpace blog: "we are sad that the album has already leaked. but there isn't much you can do these days to stop it! so, looking on the bright side, there's no excuse for anyone to not sing along to the new songs at the shows coming up."
She concluded with a P.S.: "i have downloaded leaked albums before. so i am not trying to seem like a creepy school teacher slapping your ears with a ruler. i swear."
And then the Canadian twins proved how cool they are by adding two tracks from their new album, "The Con" and "Back in Your Head," to their MySpace page and announcing that they'll release the entire album early on iTunes — by June 19 if they can, June 26 at the latest. The CD itself, as well as a DVD, will still be in stores July 24.
Look for our interview with Tegan and Sara later this month, and go here to listen to their new songs.
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!
Catch Sarah and Karman this Sunday in L.A. at the South of Nowhere Appreciation Conference, where they will share their wisdom from 1 to 2 p.m. on "South of Nowhere and lesbian visibility." If you must throw things at them, they ask for money. Large bills are appreciated. (And come back on Monday to see photos from the Spashley Event of the Year!)
Wednesday night on Top Chef 4 Star All Stars, bisexual chef Tiffani Faison helped her Season 1 teammates soundly defeat the foursome from Season 2 by preparing a dish of roasted Kobe beef topped with carpaccio of the same, served with polenta. You can watch the entire episode here for free. Next week, Season 3 of Top Chef premieres, and we'll have an interview with its out lesbian contestant, Miami chef Sandee Birdsong.
Last week at the French Open, fifth-seeded, openly lesbian tennis star Amelie Mauresmo suffered a groin injury that unfortunately took her out of the running to win. Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Amelie!
This weekend as part of the month-long orgy of Pride celebrations in San Francisco, the 3rd Annual Queer Women of Color Film Festival offers three days of films and panel discussions. I'll be at Saturday's panel on Queer Black Women's Films and Filmmakers, where director Cheryl Dunye (Watermelon Woman), Sundance programmer Shari Frilot and writer-director Tina Mabry (Brooklyn's Bridge to Jordan, Itty Bitty Titty Committee) will, I'm sure, give me tons to think about. If you're in the area, stop by the festival — the film screenings are free!
As Karman noted a couple of weeks ago, Anne Heche is in the midst of divorcing her estranged husband, Coley Laffoon. It appears that the judge in the matter might be siding with jilted lesbians everywhere; last week Laffoon was granted temporary custody of their 5-year-old son and was awarded $19,000 in child support. Poor Anne. Is she ever gonna shake her reputation for, um, eccentric behavior?
This column made About.com's list of the ten "best lesbian blogs." It's a good week for AfterEllen.com and lists.
And last but not least: Good news for lesbians facing homophobia! According to a new ad in Variety promoting The L Word to Emmy voters, lesbians are now "people"! Now I can finally rest easy.
That's it for this week! Check back next Friday for a new installment of Best. Lesbian. Week. Ever.
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You're killing me with the pics
Leisha looks adorable and Missy Peregrym look totally hot.
I thought the Rainie Yang and Isabella Leong movie was called Butterfly (Hu Die) or am I getting that mixed up with something else? I kinda want to see it but then it's Isabella. She's hardly a singer, don't find her that pretty and I question her acting ability but I don't speak Mandarin so I may enjoy it. I wonder if they'd show it in HK.
Hu Die is a Hong Kong movie
ci qing
came and went in hk. it premiered (opening gala film, iirc) aroudn the end of march, opened in theatres mid-apr. ish. hu die starred josie ho.
"didn't i throw you out of a window? " - jessica/nikki, heroes
Atlantic Starr
Just wanted to say I loved the old-school reference to "Secret Lovers" from back in the day. Good times.
~It means pride.~
Tee n Ess!
I know right!!!? Finally...
Festival Films
About Tennis...
I just don't dig Mauresmo that much.
Although i love the winning jump she has, i don't like her tennis style.
Totally rooting for Justine HENIN. She didn't need that Hardenne loser anyway.
Justine..Ah...if only you were gay too.
You guys probably have no idea what i'm talking about, those you do, know that Justine's accent is melting.
French Open Champ = Justine Henin
Justine Henin
I haven't been keeping up with the French Open but yay she made the finals. I guess I'm watching then. I'm a huge fan of hers and tennis but it's hard to see the ball on clay on my tiny tv. Heh. Henin is pretty hot on the court.
oh em gee!!!
serb chick
im completely shallow so i was totally rooting for sharapova until i saw the serb chic... she has the most gorgeous eyes and a killer serve... it doesn't get better than that, a chic that can look at you with those eyes and totally kick ur ass at the same time :p needless to say i've got a new favourite for the championship...
Leisha Hailey & Clea DuVall?!
Sign me up! Best. Roommates. EVER!
My LORD I don't care if it wasn't gay, I love Liv Tyler!!
Also, am I the only lesbian who doesn't really like tattoos? I must be taking crazy pills...
P.S. Lesbian ampersand? I think so...
You're Not The Only One
LOS ANGELES PRIDE/ SONG IN THE SHORT
I can't believe there was no nod to this weekend: LA Pride baby, one of the largest pride events worldwide that brings in 20,000-40,000 people every year. See y'all there!!! On another note, the song that's playing, 1. does anyone know who sings it, and 2. I'm pretty sure it was used in a 80's animated film about a boy named Olio and his dog, and a journey they go on. Oh, and he had a pointy head. Does this ring any bells with anyone, and if so, does anyone know the name of the film? Thanks!!
The Point
The Point is a 1986 animated film narrated by Ringo Starr about Oblio and his dog Arrow. It was a HUGE part of my childhood. "Me and my Arrow, wherever we go, everyone knows, it's me and my Arrow!"
It taught about acceptance. Oblio was born with a round head into a society full of pointy-headed people. The nasty mayor banishes him to the Pointless Forest, where he wanders across many trippy singing characters including a pair of massive bouncing women and a gravelly-voiced rock creature.
http://www.amazon.com/Point-Ringo-Starr/dp/B0001JXPSO/ref=sr_1_2/104-833...
Rotating World: you are my new Goddess
About Spider Lilies.
I saw the movie with subtitles. She's right: if you don't understand the spoken dialogue, it shouldn't bother you too much. That is, unless you're picky like that. The movie's definitely pretty, regardless.
Anyway, here's a teaser of the leads kissing. This actual scene was deleted from the final product for being too bold… ;)
BTW, I’m with Ladyella – not a tattoo enthusiast.
he Figured
Heh, Figured that Clea Duvall would have created that little movie. Just adorable.
Leisha and Clea, best roommates ever.
Because Visibility Matters - The AfterEllen.com Fanlisting - http://aefan.alrightstill.net
Mesmerizing - The Lauren Blitzer Fanlisting - http://lbfan.alrightstill.net
thanks!!!
I just wanted to say that this HAS been the Best. Lesbian. Week. Ever. At least here at AE. So much to read about and wonderful photos to gape over. You gals are the best and I love this website! Thanks. And congratulations for all the coverage on the Top 100 list. Exposure is a beautiful thing. Oh, and great article Ms. Lo.
Now I better get to work! Geesh…
Curse You Malinda (LOL - JOKING!!)
ruinedTOTALLY MADE my day... curse you! THAT WOMAN IS SOOOOOO HOT IT'S RIDICULOUS As for the column.... VERY VERY NICE... I CERTAINLY APPROVE... AWESOME JOB... VERY REFRESHING... ME LIKELY!!! Keep on rocking!!!Vampire Diaries
That's good
Hello?
Maybe I'm just projecting here, but that look on Kate's face seems to say a lot more than hello....looks like a very tender moment....between 'friends' of course :)
I'M STILL HOPING.
OK,, NOBODY IS EVER MENTIONING ALICIA KEYS FOR THE HOTTIE LIST?AHHHHHHH
Woot!
Seconding Newbie, this truly is the best lesbian week ever.
That little film was absolutely adorable. Did we know Clea could write and direct? I want to see more of her doing such things, especially if she acts in them too. Leisha and Clea have great chemistry, I’d love to see them do more together. No, not just dirty stuff. Although that too. And how cute is Clea in all the hoodies? Plus I love the message and the notes at the end. Awesome!
It’s cool that Leisha responded to our list.
So glad to see Tegan and Sara mentioned, I was holding out from downloading the leaked album but I was happy to see a couple songs posted. They sound great! Plus Sara’s so good at keeping in touch with the fans. Can’t wait for the interview! If you didn’t see it, they also released an adorable little video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTErjg4Sm4k
I thought the Clea DuVall
I looooooved the Leisha,
BLWE and The Hotties List
I agree with Newbie and Tam, it really feels like the best week ever for us lezzies. I never thought this whole thing, this list to show those Maxim, FHM and Playboy-reading men what truly hot women look like (and to show them we do have much better and excellent taste in women) would generate this much attention from them. And I never expected the list to be a huge hit! I enjoyed it and I even wished for another one next year. Thanks for granting my wish. I look forward to the next one. :) Heck, let's make it a yearly event. :P
Even though Leisha wasn't on my list, I still expected her to be in the Top 10 and she made it all the way to the top. Congratulations Leisha, your reply was so adorable. :)
Oh yeah, Clea. She was so good in Girl, Interrupted and The Laramie Project. And there's this small lesbian-ish small film Wildflowers with Darryl Hannah which I didn't enjoy much.
I second that emotion...
You're projecting is loud and clear Darkbug, much like Kate's projecting to Liv, b/c I can feel the intimacy all the way out here in the mid-west.
Kate's open-mouth kiss is speaking volumes. I mean I don't kiss my platonic friends with my mouth open.
Nice job on Best Lesbian Week Ever Malinda.....Double thanks on the Missy pic.
c'est moi!
But the biggest mystery of them all: BrownEyedGirl asks: "buffy beats willow. HOW COME?!!?!?"
I got a mention. :D yay.
that made my day. and god knows i needed it made after my french exams today!!!
~I've been watching your world from afar, I've been trying to be where you are, I've been secretly falling apart...~
Me too!
Annual Hotties List! Yay!
fine list...FINE
such a great week!
leisha and clea...!
i want to see more of that aswell.
two favourites.
(libby and sofie were so hot together...in the dusty old carnival.)
tegan and sara's new album is incredible!
i happily have the leak,
and its my favourite one to date.
its got some synth!
that kissing clip was too much.
i've got to see that movie!
and i dig gals with tattoos. nice ones though. ones that appeal to my artistic taste. no butterflies or arm-bands...(shit, leisha has one. her cuteness makes up for it.)
lesbians...people?
no way!
Haha.
I adored that short.<br>
Quite true to be honest.
I love it
Missy Peregrym <3 Lindsay Lohan
Wow thats a great picture of Missy...uh oh umm.. Lindsay made the list thanks to all the young voters on here and maybe the not so public affair with then unknown Vanessa Minnillo. damn that was a nice pic of Hero's Missy Peregrym.
-Nathiest
Truley the best
Lesbian week EVER. In a while anyways. I'm so happy to have participated in the top 100 list..it made me happy. As did seeing Clea Duvall and Leisha Hailey A. talk about American Idol for 2 seconds and B.Walk around with Bjork's "Earth Intruders" in the background. That song is SICK! And they're hot hot hot.
I'm also one of those who don't particularly dig tattoos. Untainted skin is preferred, though I don't get grossed out my most tatts.
www.myspace.com/emmahuntermusic
awesome best. lesbian. week. ever.
Loving the video
So, that video just officially answered my question of "what do celebrities do when they're bored on their summer breaks?" Apparently, the exact same thing I do. Totally adorable. Seriously, though, are there two cuter queer actresses on the planet?
I love how teh interweb is allowing us to see different sides of celebrities than we ever have before.
And, I can't get the song from the end of that video out of my head.
Also, could ya'll do an article or a blog or something about upcoming LGBT film festivals across the country? It would be cool to know what's showing, and where.
stop bashing the young'uns
sorry. just had to get this off my chest.
not all young members would vote Lindsay Lohan on the list.
i know there's no way in hell i would!
:P
~I've been watching your world from afar, I've been trying to be where you are, I've been secretly falling apart...~
Vampire Diary
I caught a midnight showing of this at the London LGBT film festival. I go to the club that a lot of it was filmed in. It was ok, but towards the end it just got mental, with the whole vampire baby thing *rolls eyes*
There was a short called Fake Blood before it with Peaches in it which was funnier...
Liv
leisha and clea!
Lords of Kobol..
Just as I was trying to get over the fact there will be no Galactica (AKA The best written and acted show in the world) until 2008... You had to give me a visual of Starbuck and Six gettin together <drool>
David Eick.. there is still time... cmon.. (Dont forget about Sharon or Dee in that mix!)
spider lilies vs. itty bitty