Torch Song Trilogy (1988)

Torch Song Trilogy offers an affirming portrayal of a gay man's life, depicting his journey with dignity, humor, and resilience. It explores themes of love, loss, and the formation of a chosen family, ultimately validating LGBTQ+ identity and relationships despite external challenges.

The film portrays a traditional Jewish mother whose rigid views on family and homosexuality cause significant conflict with her gay son, Arnold. However, the narrative clearly frames the mother's intolerance as problematic, positioning the audience to sympathize with Arnold's struggle for acceptance and dignity within his Jewish identity, ultimately affirming the individual's worth against bigotry.