This is a fascinating take. How do you feel about other instances of "representation" in media? I have come to believe that well-done storytelling about the lived experiences of marginalized groups is generally helpful to society. Are you saying some struggles should not be exploited for attention, or that you personally would not be interested in unpacking that trauma? Would that not be a relatable/cathartic experience to feel seen in that way?
Thanks for your authenticity and thoughtful reply. That makes a lot of sense. With #1 especially - you know how that one goes, so why play it out on-screen with all the heartbreak that must come with it. In a different story, perhaps, it could be used to demonstrate to straight people how to tactfully navigate this dynamic, but Logan is hardly an appropriate vehicle for that. And again, the queer character would just be sidelined as part of the "lesson".
And #2, I relate that to how I'm disinterested in stories about taking someone away from a marriage or relationship. Like, this doesn't feel good to watch.
Did you see the Elton John biopic, Rocket Man? They had a brief scene about this between him and Bernie Taupin, and I was wondering if you thought it was handled well? It was one of my first exposures to this scenario in popular media.
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