Fire Island makes the LGBTIQ+ proud with two Emmy nominations!

Fire Island makes the LGBTIQ proud with two Emmy nominations!Fire Island was well received by critics, and it continues to prove that they weren't wrong. The movie is now an Emmy nominee.

by Luh Tsele

14-07-2023 16:42

in Entertainment

The cast of Hulu's Emmy nominated Fire Island. Image via Instagram: @fireislandmovie

Queer representation in mainstream media is something we still have to fight for. That's why it's so refreshing when we get a moment to validate our existence through entertainment channels that we all consume daily. Because let's face it, if it were up to some people, we wouldn't exist through this lens. Hulu's LGBTIQ movie Fire Island found itself on the 2023 Emmy nominations list, and that's already a win.

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Fire Island is an Emmy nominee Fire Island is a sassy, witty, and honest romantic comedy. The plot focuses on a group of gay friends dealing with issues of classism (among others) while on their annual visit to the infamous Fire Island Pines. Noah finds himself trying to get his best friend Howie laid while battling the realisation that it might be the last time the group is together at the island because Erin is selling her house.

Fire Island is captivating because it doesn't just tackle one issue. It also touches on racism, body dysmorphia, internalised homophobia, and sexual violation. It is reassuring to watch a film that connects with you, not only because you are LGBTIQ , but because you can relate to the issues the film is pushing to the forefront.

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Already an award winning movie The movie stars Joel Kim Booster (who also wrote the screenplay), Bowen Yang, Conrad Ricamora, James Scully, and Margaret Cho. It received rave reviews from critics and has already won a few awards including; Outstanding Film - Streaming or Tv at the GLAAD Media Awards (2023), Ensemble Tribute award at the Gotham Awards (2022), and 10 Screenwriters to Watch award for Joel Kim Booster at the Mill Valley Festival (2022).

Writing this movie has been the greatest honour of my life. It's the thing I'm most proud of and I am so proud to be a member of the Writers Guild of America. Said Joel Kim Booster

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The stars of Fire Island react Upon receiving the Emmy nomination, the film's stars rushed to the socials to share their excitement with the fans of the movie.

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In the words of @scullynjames, it's giving CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED posted @conradricamora

Wow! Congrats to this wonderful cast and crew! What a time! Thank you to the @televisionacad for nominating #FireIslandMovie for OUTSTANDING TELEVISION MOVIE! #Emmys said @margaret _cho

About a million years ago AS A BIT, I asked my phone to start calling me a Golden Globe Nominee. It felt ridiculous and so far away and maybe a little hope too, sure. Well now I'm an Emmy nominee twice over and I guess the lesson is dream bigger kids! posted @ihatejoelkim

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Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang. Image via Instagram: @fireislandmovie Emmys air date Fire Island is nominated for Best Television Movie and Best Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or TV. The Emmys will air live on Fox on September 18th, 2023.

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