“Bound”: A Thrilling, Sultry, and Timeless Love Story
Though 'Bound' technically falls under the genres of crime and thriller, the film's heart is a romance between two women.

Tomas Mateo Claudio, a Morongueño, grew with remarkable leadership skills, which he shows as he officiates as a commander of their military training in his elementary school. Other than his love for leadership, he gave so much importance to education. But unfortunately, Tomas had to stop studying to provide for his family's needs. He worked in the Bureau of Prisons but also got fired. Tomas took that chance to go to the west especially, that his mother passed away. While working in the States, he didn't forget about his studies and graduated from business college. Then, when World War I broke, Tomas tried to enlist in the US Army but got rejected. But because of his dedication and love for the country, he was determined to join the military. He eventually got accepted and went on the battlefield.
Though 'Bound' technically falls under the genres of crime and thriller, the film's heart is a romance between two women.
"Thunder Road" presents the grief that comes from a family member taking their own life.
My Beautiful Laundrette is often referenced as a positive LGBTQIA+ film because our two main characters are in a homosexual relationship with no shame, fear of violence or criticism. The struggle is not their sexuality. It is the treatment of the Pakistani citizens in England.
This list was made with the intention of celebrating comedic craft and a love of seeing more women of colour and newcomers on the scene.
This film is a splendid mix of mediums, but its strength lies in its simplicity and beautiful message of closeness.
Hours before their line-up of screenings for Trans Awareness Week began, the filmmakers of 'When Men Were Men' chatted with me about the film's personal exploration of masculinity.