The Next 365 Days (2022)

In this remake of the 1993 film of the same name, The Wedding Banquet follows the life of two queer couples as they struggle with life-changing decisions.

A family drama is woven with quiet yet powerful forces of words and nature.

Gay representation is out there, but to portray a character who's gay as a big, happy brute is a rare treat.

A direct fall into the white savior narrative

Throughout Brendan Fraser’s career, he has played a plethora of unique, layered characters who explore the importance of not being afraid to display your emotions, something that is often seen to not be a masculine trait. This idea of regulating emotion and what traits men are able to possess creates a toxic atmosphere for men who are often told they should not cry or represent their emotions in any physical way. These characters represent that men can be joyful, emotionally conscious, and sensitive, while also representing their masculine identity instead of painting those qualities as fighting against their masculinity.

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony-winning musical translates beautifully to the screen.