Queer Planet is a 2024 nature documentary series about LGBT behavior in animals, directed and produced by Ed Watkins.[1] The series is narrated by actor Andrew Rannells.
Content
editThe documentary is split into several parts. It talks about some of the animal species which exhibit LGBT behavior, particularly homosexuality and bisexuality, including lions, giraffes, and clownfish.
Reception
editThe film was generally received well by critics, with a particular emphasis on the series' wit and use of humor.[2][3] Matthew Rozsa of Salon.com wrote, "Queerness is everywhere in nature, despite claims to the contrary, and 'Queer Planet' underlines that sexual diversity isn't an anomaly. It's worth celebrating."[4]
However, the series elicited backlash from some for its alleged political agenda. Several conservative political commentators criticized the film, including Fox Nation's Tomi Lahren.[1][5]
References
edit- ^ a b Lowry, Brian (2024-06-06). "'Queer Planet' takes a look at the animal kingdom through a Pride-colored lens". CNN. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ^ Fallon, Kevin (2024-06-06). "This Film Wants You to Believe All Animals Are Super-Gay". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
- ^ Peikert, Mark (2024-06-06). "'Animals Are Nowhere Near as Straight as We Were Led to Believe': Inside Peacock Doc 'Queer Planet'". IndieWire. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
- ^ Rozsa, Matthew (2024-06-06). "Exploring the profound beauty of wildlife on a "Queer Planet"". Salon. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
- ^ Yurcaba, Jo (2024-06-06). "Peacock's 'Queer Planet' features lion 'bromances,' pansexual monkeys and more". NBC News. Retrieved 2024-06-09.