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We normally before every scene read it through about 50%, you don’t go 100% of the way. We were reading it through and suddenly Olivia just started crying. At first, I was thinking, ‘God, she’s just really good, I need to step it up my game massively here,′ so I was really worried at that point. I think then other people told me afterwards that it was because it’s such a beautifully written scene and a crucial part in so many people’s lives. I think it really touched her.
—KIT CONNOR on working with OLIVIA COLMAN
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movies/tv i watched in 2022: HEARTSTOPPER(2022–)
When I was at school I thought that hiding from it all was safer, easier. But sometimes the loneliness was just as bad. Don’t let anyone make you disappear, Charlie.
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Are you sure you wanna come back to Truham? Because you don’t have to. We could all pretend to have sprained ankles, or something. All three of us? What, we all have some group ankle-related accident?
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no bc the lines “Oh my god I like you so much. And I love liking you.” make me want to scream and cry and throw an overall temper tantrum.
the way nick says the “oh my god” perfectly conveys that at that moment all he feels is just these overwhelming feelings for charlie that he just likes him so much. but the fucking kicker is that he loves that feeling. he’s gone from ep. 2 crying while googling am i gay quizzes and spending the season trying to get a grip on this part of himself he’s just discovered, to shouting to the world that he likes charlie spring in a romantic way and they’re boyfriends. and he loves that feeling. he loves kissing his boyfriend on the sidewalk and in the photobooth and holding his hand and sharing earbuds. he’s not confused anymore and he’s not ashamed. nick likes charlie so much and he loves it.
not me getting an ad for an “am i gay?” test under EVERY single heartstopper related video on youtube help
love the fact that Nick realizes he is bisexual while watching Pirates of the Caribbean, because with Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom, the movie has been enlightening bisexuals since 2003 and I am glad that a piece of media has finally acknowledged it
thinking about charlie’s frequently used emojis :’)
Dance with me
This is my comfort show <3
Bad queer character tropes that Heartstopper subverts:
- Queer character says/does homophobic things to repress their feelings and protect their straight image: Nick is confused about his sexuality, but he never turns to homophobia or toxic masculine behavior in order to ward off rumors about his sexuality
- Queer character breaks up with partner because they’re closeted: Charlie breaks things off with Ben because he doesn’t actually care about Charlie and is emotionally abusive, not because Ben is in the closet. When Nick and Charlie start dating, Charlie respects Nick’s desire to keep things a secret for the meantime.
- Queer character must be “flamboyant” or display “effeminate” or “tomboyish” traits: Ironically, Tao (the “token straight friend”) is the most “extra” and flamboyant character. Additionally, Nick’s interest in traditionally masculine activities such as rugby does not preclude him from being queer.
- Someone catches queer couple being intimate and outs them to everyone: Isaac walks in on an affectionate moment between Nick and Charlie but never says anything about it, even if he can detect the attraction between the two of them. No one walks in on Charlie and Nick sharing their first kiss in public at the bowling alley. They can just enjoy the moment together!
- Queer character pretends or tries to be straight by dating someone of the opposite gender: While Ben does fit this trope, Nick subverts it when he cancels his date with Imogen and tells her that he doesn’t have romantic feelings for her. And contrary to expectations that Imogen might be jealous and retaliate in some way, she accepts that Nick doesn’t like her and appears to be supportive of his relationship with Charlie at the end of the show.
- Parents reject their child when they come out: Charlie’s parents are seen being supportive of him and expressing concern about potential bullying. When Nick comes out to his mum, she is completely accepting, telling him she loves him, hugging him, and apologizing for saying anything that made it difficult to confide in her.
- Female characters kiss for the enjoyment of male characters: When Nick sees Tara and Darcy kiss at Harry’s party, he is empowered to pursue his own feelings for Charlie and be himself. He doesn’t objectify or fetishize them in any way.
- Trans characters can’t be in straight relationships: Tao and Elle clearly have feelings for each other, and her being trans doesn’t matter in the slightest!
- Queer character must signal acceptance of their identity through dramatic public announcement: Nick could have done this by kissing Charlie in front of all the other students after running off the field during Sports Day, but instead, his moments of self-acceptance are quiet, intimate celebrations (e.g., Nick telling Charlie he is “definitely bisexual” and saying “Oh my god, I like you so much. And I love liking you” to Charlie on their beach date)
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Positive representation ahoy! I know I’m a fandom mom, I know. However, the oh so awkward, lonely teen I once was, rejoices at this portrayal of growing up and coming to realize one is queer, with supportive friends and loving families—oh the possibilities! What I would wish for all queer youth. To be able to live their lives and love who they love, with true friends to talk to and a loving family that has their backs.❤️
photo section, with excess love ❤️
i’m having a bad day and my first thought was “i guess i should watch heartstopper!” apparently this is my new comfort show…
hi, i would just like to point out that NICK NELSON HAS FRECKLES
i think they made taos hair so weird simply because if not will gao would have stolen the fucking show
Heartstopper(2022—?)
Just a heads up to anyone that doesn’t know Kit Connor is uncomfortable with people having shirtless photos of him and sexualising him same goes with the rest of the cast so please be respectful as they are still young <3
