In 2021, there are several amazing projects and famous sequels on the lesbian or bisexual theme coming out. More and more women directors and screenwriters are creating films in this genre, we live in exciting times, having the opportunity to see the storylines of such different and such interesting stories about the romantic relationship of women. Here's our list of the best new lesbian movies and TV series to watch in 2021.
Happiest Season
- USA
- Genre: romance, comedy
- Expectations rating - 94%
- Director: Clea DuVall
Twilight was a turning point in Kristen Stewart's career. The film drew attention to her person and laid a solid foundation for her future career. However, perhaps it was this project that made many doubt her acting abilities, because Bella was a very sullen character! And once Stewart was done with the vampire franchise, she devoted her time to making indie films with interesting content, probably to catch up as Bella.
It is worth noting her projects "Personal Shopper" and Jean Seberg's Dangerous Role... And what pleases, Kristen starred in a new film about lesbian relationships. Written by Clea Duvall and Mary Holland. The picture tells the story of a woman who plans to propose to her girlfriend for Christmas. However, everything spoils when she realizes that her beloved and potential bride has not yet opened up to her parents, and coming out still looms on the horizon with an alarming siren!
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Ammonite
- United Kingdom
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Expectations rating - 99%
- Director: Francis Lee
Saoirse Ronan is one of the most promising young actresses of our time, and Kate Winslet is one of the most successful actresses of all time. And in the drama "Ammonite" we will see both of them! Ronan has already been nominated for three Academy Awards at the beginning of her career, Winslet has won six nominations. When the talents of both of these actresses are combined on one screen, it means only one thing - a spectacle awaits us that cannot be missed.
Both actresses starred in a love story about Mary Anning's life. She was a British paleontologist in the 1800s and is known for some of the fossil finds that have had a huge impact on how people study the Earth today. Anning worked as a nanny for a wealthy woman with whom she developed an invisible bond that grew into passion and romantic relationships.
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The Girls I’ve Been
- USA
- Genre: Thriller
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Nora (Millie Bobby Brown) is a scammer's daughter and learned a lot from her father. Now she needs to use her so-called talents to free herself, her ex-boyfriend Wes and current lover Iris, with whom Nora has a secret relationship, from the clutches of bank robbers. They took the three hostages, but have no idea what they got into or who they contacted!
Holy Virgin (Benedetta)
- France
- Genre: Drama, Romance, Biography, History
- Expectations rating - 97%
- Director: Paul Verhoeven
Based on Judith Brown's book Indiscriminate Deeds, this film is based on the life of Benedetta Carlini. She was a Catholic nun in an Italian church in the 17th century, a lesbian and had sexual relations with another nun. However, being part of a church that did not allow same-sex relationships, Benedetta faced many challenges due to her sexual orientation.
And that's not all that gave her problems. There were other aspects of her personality that her religious leaders could not accept. Many of them still remain a mystery, and most people do not even know about it. It will be interesting to watch her story on the big screen and learn more about the heroine. The film was expected to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival with subsequent worldwide release, but the release has been delayed until 2021 due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Work on oneself (Work in Progress) 2nd season
- USA
- Genre: Comedy
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.2, IMDb - 7.1
- Director: Tim Mason
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Abby is not the typical character we are used to seeing on screen. She is an eccentric, obese lesbian feminist with low self-esteem and suicidal thoughts, depression and OCD. In one cafe, Abby meets a handsome androgynous waiter, transgender boyfriend Chris, who is much younger than her (22 years old against her 45), and, lo and behold, they have an affair.
At the end of Season 1, the couple's relationship is bursting at the seams, Abby is tormented by guilt, and Chris does not intend to forgive her. We have good news for fans of the show as the show has already been renewed for season 2. In the new series, we will see the development or the end of the relationship between Abby and Chris. In addition, the number of episodes increased to 10, because in the previous season there were only 8 episodes. And this means that the continuation of the story awaits us!
Sex in Another City: Generation Q (The L Word: Generation Q) Season 2
- USA
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.3, IMDb - 7.0
- Director: S. Pia Anderson, S. Green, E. Liddy and others
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The series returned with a sequel after 10 years and now it has already been updated for the 2nd season. The creators introduced us to new young faces and love stories of new generation heroines. At the end of season 1, we were given hope for the rehabilitation of Shane and Kiara's relationship and even for a new romance, it would seem, best friends, Finley and Sophie. We also expect Bette to surprise us by becoming mayor of Los Angeles and possibly renew her relationship with Tina, who is back on the show.
Gentleman Jack Season 2
- USA
- Genre: Drama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.0, IMDb - 8.1
- Director: S. Wainwright, S. Harding, J. Perrott
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In 2021, you will have to watch a lot of new films and TV series about lesbians, and the long-awaited 2nd season of "Gentleman Jack" could not but be on the list of the best. This is the story of a real lesbian trailblazer Ann Lister and her romance with the tender and loving Ann. The season 1 finale was emotional, and fans immediately began to demand more. Filming for the new episodes was scheduled for September 2020, and we expect the premiere in 2021. Women move to Shibden and practically do not hide their relationship from society. The heroines will confront their ill-wishers and do everything so that intrigues and intrigues do not affect their relationship.
Previously on the list was also the movie "The Prom". But the release date was set for 2020
- USA
- Genre: musical, drama, comedy
- Expectations rating - 94%
- Director: Ryan Murphy
The musical rom-com "Graduation" is based on the Broadway musical of the same name. We bet audiences will be delighted to see important filmmakers such as Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman, along with director Ryan Murphy, director of Eat Pray Love and American Horror Story.
The plot centers on a group of Broadway theater veterans who, according to critics, are at a dead end in their careers and are eager to find a new project to get back on track. They find their salvation in Emma Nolan, a lesbian high school girl who has some difficulties inviting her girlfriend to the prom. The storyline may seem too nice and sweet to be true. But one thing's for sure: Meryl Streep's name will again be on the Oscar nominees list in 2021. Let's just wait and watch this movie!
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