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The Kids Are All Right

Annette Bening and Julianne Moore star in one of the year's top films

Lisa Cholodenko's film about a lesbian family is generating Oscar buzz and sparking hot debates in the LGBT community.

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"The Kids Are All Right" is coming to HBO as a TV series
"The Kids Are All Right" is coming to HBO as a TV series
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Dorothy Snarker
, Oct 14, 2011
Lisa Cholodenko is working on the adaptation of her 2010 film about a lesbian couple, their kids and their sperm donor.
Lesbian sex and the Oscars: Are straight actors stealing all the good gay roles?
Lesbian sex and the Oscars: Are straight actors stealing all the good gay roles?
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the linster
, Feb 21, 2011
An article in The Guardian alleges it’s one reason real life lesbians like Heather Peace don’t get cast as the leading lady.
Oscar celebrates gay films, roles and females - oh my
Oscar celebrates gay films, roles and females - oh my
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Dorothy Snarker
, Jan 25, 2011

The 83rd annual Academy Award nominations were announced this morning with multiple nominations for both The Kids Are All Right and Black Swan. It’s an exciting year for lovers of ladies and strong female roles.

Let the Natalie Portman v. Annette Bening big gay Oscar battle begin
Let the Natalie Portman v. Annette Bening big gay Oscar battle begin
by
Dorothy Snarker
, Jan 18, 2011

A history of women who have won Academy Awards for LGBT roles, and what we can expect this year.

The Golden Globes turn into the gayest globes ever
The Golden Globes turn into the gayest globes ever
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Dorothy Snarker
, Jan 17, 2011

Big wins for Jane Lynch, Glee, The Kids Are All Right, Natalie Portman and more.

Female directors shut out of DGA Awards, Bigelow Effect looks dim this year
Female directors shut out of DGA Awards, Bigelow Effect looks dim this year
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Dorothy Snarker
, Jan 12, 2011

Despite strong critical acclaim for work by Lisa Cholodenko and Debra Granik, this year’s field is yet another sweep for white males.

Films and TV shows with lesbian storylines are up for PGA and WGA Awards
Films and TV shows with lesbian storylines are up for PGA and WGA Awards
by
Lesley Goldberg
, Jan 5, 2011

Check out the nominees, from Mad Men to True Blood to The Kids Are All Right.

The low down on going down in award-worthy movies this year
The low down on going down in award-worthy movies this year
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Dorothy Snarker
, Dec 21, 2010

Does the inclusion of a certain sex act make a film a winner?

Jane Lynch, "The Kids Are All Right," "Black Swan," "The Good Wife" and more nominated for SAG Awards
Jane Lynch, "The Kids Are All Right," "Black Swan," "The Good Wife" and more nominated for SAG Awards
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AfterEllen.com Staff
, Dec 16, 2010
The Screen Actors Guild announced the nominees for their 17th annual ceremony, and there are several shows and films with queer characters on the list.
The Golden Globes go gay
The Golden Globes go gay
by
Dorothy Snarker
, Dec 14, 2010
The nominations were announced this morning and the list includes many gay-themed and gay-favorite films and television shows.
2010 Year in Review: Movies
2010 Year in Review: Movies
by
Danielle Riendeau
, Dec 13, 2010

Dragon tattoos, black swans and owls. Kids with two moms and liars with four faces. Bitches, Dommes, Mormons and lady Marines. Discuss.

"The Kids Are All Right," "Black Swan" nominated for Indie Spirit Awards
"The Kids Are All Right," "Black Swan" nominated for Indie Spirit Awards
by
Trish Bendix
, Nov 30, 2010

The two lesbian-related movies are named in several categories, as well as other female-driven films.

Ten Reasons We're Thankful in 2010
Ten Reasons We're Thankful in 2010
by
Heather Hogan
, Nov 24, 2010
It's been a roller coaster year for the LGBT community, but we've still got a lot to be thankful for.
Will there be a a sequel to "The Kids Are All Right"?
Will there be a a sequel to "The Kids Are All Right"?
by
Lesley Goldberg
, Nov 18, 2010
A recent screening and Q&A with the director and cast of the lesbian-themed film hints at a possible follow-up.
Lisa Cholodenko on "The Kids Are All Right," "High Art" and working on "The L Word"
Lisa Cholodenko on "The Kids Are All Right," "High Art" and working on "The L Word"
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Trish Bendix
, Nov 16, 2010
Upon the release today of Kids on DVD, the out director talks about the reaction to the film.
Lesbians are on TV, so who is watching?
Lesbians are on TV, so who is watching?
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Trish Bendix
, Aug 24, 2010
Lesbians and bisexual women are largely ignored in two pieces from USA Today on Hollywood's new gay inclusiveness.
Going with the flow: Sexual fluidity, bisexuals, lesbians and "hasbians" in pop culture
Going with the flow: Sexual fluidity, bisexuals, lesbians and "hasbians" in pop culture
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Trish Bendix
, Aug 9, 2010

How our notions of identity impact they way we perceive The Kids Are All Right, Anne Heche, Meredith Baxter, Lindsay Lohan and more.

New Music Tuesday: 8-3-2010
New Music Tuesday: 8-3-2010
by
Mia Jones
, Aug 3, 2010
Katie Melua's The House, Lady Gaga gets remixed and The Kids Are All Right's rocking soundtrack.
AfterEllen.com Debate Team: Is any representation good representation?
AfterEllen.com Debate Team: Is any representation good representation?
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Bridget McManus
, Jul 23, 2010
Bridget calls the question in the debate surrounding the portrayals of queer women in The Kids Are All Right and The Real L Word.
Afternoon Delight: Lady Gaga autographs a toilet, Jones makes "Buffy" soda, and an exclusive clip from "The Kids Are All Right"
Afternoon Delight: Lady Gaga autographs a toilet, Jones makes "Buffy" soda, and an exclusive clip from "The Kids Are All Right"
by
Heather Hogan
, Jul 22, 2010
Plus Salt gets rave reviews and Jane Krakowski throws a Tupperware party.
She Got Me Pregnant: Episode 111
She Got Me Pregnant: Episode 111
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Trish Bendix
, Jul 22, 2010
Dana gives her review of The Kids Are All Right.
Sugarbutch Says: The “Lesbian Who Sleeps With a Man” Trope in "The Kids Are All Right"
Sugarbutch Says: The “Lesbian Who Sleeps With a Man” Trope in "The Kids Are All Right"
by
Sinclair Sexsmith
, Jul 21, 2010

Does the intention behind the film rescue the cheating storyline from being just another insulting cinematic stereotype?

"The Kids Are All Right" and The Grown-Ups Are Bisexual
"The Kids Are All Right" and The Grown-Ups Are Bisexual
by
JenniOlsonSF
, Jul 15, 2010
LGBT film historian Jenni Olson weighs in on Lisa Cholodenko's new film and why it's a pioneering landmark in both lesbian and bisexual cinema.
Review of "The Kids Are All Right"
Review of "The Kids Are All Right"
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Dorothy Snarker
, Jul 12, 2010
Lisa Cholodenko's story of a lesbian couple dealing with their kids' sperm donor has a great script and even better acting.
Afternoon Delight: Meredith Vieira meets Lady Gaga, Kristen Stewart meets Tony Soprano
Afternoon Delight: Meredith Vieira meets Lady Gaga, Kristen Stewart meets Tony Soprano
by
Heather Hogan
, Jul 9, 2010
Plus Uh Huh Her and CSS on The Kids Are All Right soundtrack and Rosie in a softball uniform.
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