yet better than Netflix.Netflix dictate a lot of things, the number of episodes ,and nudity is essential.that's…
"Sexual" content isn't a societal safety net or deterrent to suicide. I can only imagine the empirically unsubstantiated and theoretically flawed public service announcements: "feeling down? Watch a steamy scene and reconsider that bridge!"
The over-saturation of unrealistic, airbrushed depictions of "sex" is the true infantilization that contributes to feelings of inadequacy and despair. It reduces adults to hormone-driven teenagers unable to engage in more cerebral pursuits
It's in the restraint, artful suggestion of sexuality, or the absence of explicit sexuality, that we find maturity
An alternative to profit-driven media isn't a North Korean regime. What of the spectrum of possibilities in between? Media could have been driven by a desire to challenge hypersexual societal norms, or to bring enlightenment to others, rather than line our pockets
yet better than Netflix.Netflix dictate a lot of things, the number of episodes ,and nudity is essential.that's…
"... because they wanted to"
And that's the problem. The entertainment industry's decision to produce and distribute "steamier" content is motivated by the pursuit of profit
The industry is complicit in perpetuating a culture of objectification and commodification. It disregards the negative impact of "sexual" content on viewers' body image and perceptions of sexuality
In omegaverse omegas can get pregnant and also act like traditionally viewed females who stay at home, cook, clean,…
Haphazardly employed tropes have the potential to be "bad" and "harmful"
The sporadic dabbling of various genres in unsavory depictions might well be forgiven as the peccadillo of the creative spirit; however, the foundations of omegaverse rest upon unsavory depictions and an imbalanced, oppressive social structure. Omegaverse, a domain where characters are thrust into pre-determined roles of dominance or submission, takes harmful tropes and amplifies their potential for detrimental consequences. The dark fates of the characters are sealed at the moment of their first wail, and that's an unforgivable transgression
"Not all" rings hollow in the face of evidence to the contrary. The vast majority of omegaverse revolves around "pregnancy (by sexual assault)." Exceptions that deviate from this central theme are overshadowed by pregnancy-focused narratives. They are flickering candles in the darkness of the omegaverse's insidious obsession with non-consensual partnerships, traditional gender roles and procreation
Fiction isn't "harmless" flights of fancy. It's a mirror held up to the collective visage of our societal consciousness, and it's our duty to submit it to critical examination. Should we fail to do so, we risk normalizing harmful tropes in the fabric of our daily lives
"There are a lot of BLs out there that are not omegaverse and still have a lot of damaging stereotypes on gay people labeling them as top/bottom ..."
The top/bottom dynamic is a gay waltz of sorts between two men. The man bottoming and flaunting a dash of the "feminine" in bed still inhabits the male body. Topping and bottoming permit the healthy exploration of the rugged and delicate spectrum of masculinity, the latter demanding the strength to surrender one’s ego and embrace vulnerability. They preserve the male corporeality of the male characters
Omegaverse blurs, or obliterates, the lines between what it means to be a man or a woman. The characters transmogrify into mythical beasts governed by non-human hormonal fluctuations, partaking in bizarre rituals of rutting or heat, with the omegas housing the workings of a woman's interior and boasting the ability to bear children. This negates the classification of omegas as men. They are man-looking women or male-looking female members of a humanoid species
Omegaverse is an unwelcome departure from the BL/yaoi genre and one that detracts from its core
I believe that the grotesque "straight" aberration called omegaverse should not have been granted ingress into the sanctified sanctuary of the BL/yaoi genre. And I stand firm in my belief
you don't know him lmfao. Also I bet he's like most actors and has standards, you know, like not wanting to act…
The romance genre is the domain of women. It’s natural, then, that women have a hand in the creation and consumption of BL/romantic gay content
Female BL authors sometimes craft male characters possessing a balanced mix of traditionally masculine and feminine characteristics. These men aren't "toxic." They are expressive, emotionally vulnerable, and capable of forming deep, loving connections with other men
There exist BL masterpieces (created by women) deserving of recognition. It's a valid sentiment to feel betrayed over them
you don't know him lmfao. Also I bet he's like most actors and has standards, you know, like not wanting to act…
They can't "not have city-powering chemistry." The chemistry between two men rivals that of any scientific experiment
"Garbage" BLs are fertilizer for future BL masterpieces to grow from!
An avowed critic of patriarchy would have abstained from straight media. I could argue that the straight identity is a product of patriarchal culture, designed to uphold male dominance over women's bodies. Mainstream media romanticizes sexual violence against women, glorifying aggressive male pursuit of women, and depicting possessive, jealous partners as desirable/loving. BL isn't uniquely "littered with toxicity"
GL wasn't relevant to the subject matter to be mentioned
He should explore diverse genre and as BL lover I fully support him. As long as the script is good and benefits…
"The criticism leveled at BL's right now (and I totally agree with it) ..."
The alleged criticism is invalid. Restricting roles based on an actor's sexuality is a form of discrimination that limits the opportunities available to talented actors. Sexuality is a personal matter. An actor's personal life is not a factor in determining whether they are suitable for a gay/BL role
A wish to see actors in more BL projects is not a call for them to be limited to/pigeonholed into one genre. It's a recognition of their talent and suitability for gay/BL roles. Actors take on multiple straight roles. They should be given the opportunity to explore multiple gay/BL roles
you don't know him lmfao. Also I bet he's like most actors and has standards, you know, like not wanting to act…
High-budget straight dramas are proof that mediocrity can have a hefty price
BLs have something money can't buy: an electrifying, city-powering chemistry between men. Why bother with expensive sets and costumes when you've got a single bed for two?
"Ditching the genre?" Dude, he's an actor. And actors act. That's what they do. The best actors act in diverse…
Money talks, representation walks
Actors ditching the BL genre are contributing to the global shortage of interesting characters. The stage is crowded with straight roles. Soon, actors switching from gay roles will find themselves competing for parts in "The Hunger Games: Battle for the Last Straight Lead Role" to make their wallets happy
"Ditching the genre?" Dude, he's an actor. And actors act. That's what they do. The best actors act in diverse…
The success of an actor's career relies on the support and engagement of fans. Actors take into consideration the homophobic expectations of the mainstream audience when making decisions about potential roles. It's not wrong for actors to equally take into consideration the expectations of the BL audience. They participate in BL projects to establish their careers, and later betray fan support by forever distancing themselves from gay roles to appeal to a larger audience. The decision is made to maximize popularity and profit. It's not made out of respect and gratitude for the fans instrumental in the initial success
Understandably, this pattern has given rise to feelings of disappointment and frustration among BL fans. Expressing disappointment is not toxic. It's a reminder that actors are not isolated people; they are public figures whose decisions have impact on fans and the cultural landscape
He should explore diverse genre and as BL lover I fully support him. As long as the script is good and benefits…
Acting is the ability to convincingly embody a character that diverges from one's own identity. If gay actors are free to take on any role (gay or straight), straight identifying actors should be granted the freedom to take on gay/BL roles "without having to justify it to anyone"
We don't demand that actors be actual doctors or pirates before playing doctors or pirates. It's not within your purview to restrict an actor's role based on their sexuality
He should explore diverse genre and as BL lover I fully support him. As long as the script is good and benefits…
Because what the entertainment industry's overflowing trashcan of heteronormativity needs is yet another straight piece of garbage. We're running low on those ... Oh wait, we are not!
the prevalence of actors playing "straight" roles and rarely exploring diverse gay or non-romantic roles contradicts…
Jae Chan is starring in a straight drama. Straight dramas are as confined/limited to a cookie-cutter formula as the BL dramas you're complaining about. Same ingredients, different recipe. They both revolve around relationships. Bringing up non-romantic dramas doesn't make sense
"... it's weird ppl are acting like it's a huge disappointment"
It's not weird to be disappointed by an actor's decision to leave the BL genre. Actors don't "owe" fans anything. And fans don't owe actors anything. Fans aren't obligated to be happy for the actors
exactly. that's what stinks about actors doing even 1 BL. everyone expects or demands that they keep doing them…
These actors started their careers in BL. They use BL as a stepping stone and leave it behind without giving back to the community. None of them will automatically become champions for LGB acceptance
the other actors will be fine, they already got paid for this. rape is a serious issue and the audience needs…
Are you assuming that I had an easy life?
I didn't realize that being raped or kicked out of your home at 12-13 meant you had to stop caring about other issues! I'm sure your friends' brains are big enough to handle more than one issue at a time, or do they need an upgrade?
Lol 🤣🤣 people are confused about BL , lol BL and yaoi is different BL which shows two men love story in…
Yaoi is gay porn. Any porn or "sexual" content is "fetishization" if people want to be a stick in the mud. But the same level of scrutiny isn't applied to "straight" porn/hentai, which features over-the-top, questionable, rapey, pedophilic themes
This double standard undermines the credibility of the accusations of "fetishization"
the other actors will be fine, they already got paid for this. rape is a serious issue and the audience needs…
I'm part of the gay community, yes
"... so over 30 gay friends of mine does not count"
Their opinions don't negate the importance of fighting against homophobic censorship
Try applying your "logic" to everything else. "Oh, my 30 rich friends don't care about poverty, so it must not be a problem." Do you see the bigger picture here?
Aurora, You are conflating sex and gender, which are not the same thing. Sex refers to the biological and physiological…
I stand by my assertion that the Two-Spirit identity doesn't represent a scientifically valid expression of gender or sexuality
"Intersex" conditions are errors in fetal development. They don't challenge the binary model of gender and sex
My position doesn't advocate for harmful medical interventions. People with "intersex" conditions have the right to compassionate medical care, guided by a binary understanding of gender and sex
Gender dysphoria is a mental illness. The distress and discomfort experienced by dysphoric people are symptoms of a mental health issue. The current diagnostic criteria and professional consensus on gender dysphoria are motivated by financial gain/profit rather than scientific evidence
I have addressed your questions on the subject. And I feel it's best to bring our discussion to a close. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and for your participation
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The over-saturation of unrealistic, airbrushed depictions of "sex" is the true infantilization that contributes to feelings of inadequacy and despair. It reduces adults to hormone-driven teenagers unable to engage in more cerebral pursuits
It's in the restraint, artful suggestion of sexuality, or the absence of explicit sexuality, that we find maturity
An alternative to profit-driven media isn't a North Korean regime. What of the spectrum of possibilities in between? Media could have been driven by a desire to challenge hypersexual societal norms, or to bring enlightenment to others, rather than line our pockets
And that's the problem. The entertainment industry's decision to produce and distribute "steamier" content is motivated by the pursuit of profit
The industry is complicit in perpetuating a culture of objectification and commodification. It disregards the negative impact of "sexual" content on viewers' body image and perceptions of sexuality
The sporadic dabbling of various genres in unsavory depictions might well be forgiven as the peccadillo of the creative spirit; however, the foundations of omegaverse rest upon unsavory depictions and an imbalanced, oppressive social structure. Omegaverse, a domain where characters are thrust into pre-determined roles of dominance or submission, takes harmful tropes and amplifies their potential for detrimental consequences. The dark fates of the characters are sealed at the moment of their first wail, and that's an unforgivable transgression
"Not all" rings hollow in the face of evidence to the contrary. The vast majority of omegaverse revolves around "pregnancy (by sexual assault)." Exceptions that deviate from this central theme are overshadowed by pregnancy-focused narratives. They are flickering candles in the darkness of the omegaverse's insidious obsession with non-consensual partnerships, traditional gender roles and procreation
Fiction isn't "harmless" flights of fancy. It's a mirror held up to the collective visage of our societal consciousness, and it's our duty to submit it to critical examination. Should we fail to do so, we risk normalizing harmful tropes in the fabric of our daily lives
"There are a lot of BLs out there that are not omegaverse and still have a lot of damaging stereotypes on gay people labeling them as top/bottom ..."
The top/bottom dynamic is a gay waltz of sorts between two men. The man bottoming and flaunting a dash of the "feminine" in bed still inhabits the male body. Topping and bottoming permit the healthy exploration of the rugged and delicate spectrum of masculinity, the latter demanding the strength to surrender one’s ego and embrace vulnerability. They preserve the male corporeality of the male characters
Omegaverse blurs, or obliterates, the lines between what it means to be a man or a woman. The characters transmogrify into mythical beasts governed by non-human hormonal fluctuations, partaking in bizarre rituals of rutting or heat, with the omegas housing the workings of a woman's interior and boasting the ability to bear children. This negates the classification of omegas as men. They are man-looking women or male-looking female members of a humanoid species
Omegaverse is an unwelcome departure from the BL/yaoi genre and one that detracts from its core
I believe that the grotesque "straight" aberration called omegaverse should not have been granted ingress into the sanctified sanctuary of the BL/yaoi genre. And I stand firm in my belief
Female BL authors sometimes craft male characters possessing a balanced mix of traditionally masculine and feminine characteristics. These men aren't "toxic." They are expressive, emotionally vulnerable, and capable of forming deep, loving connections with other men
There exist BL masterpieces (created by women) deserving of recognition. It's a valid sentiment to feel betrayed over them
"Garbage" BLs are fertilizer for future BL masterpieces to grow from!
An avowed critic of patriarchy would have abstained from straight media. I could argue that the straight identity is a product of patriarchal culture, designed to uphold male dominance over women's bodies. Mainstream media romanticizes sexual violence against women, glorifying aggressive male pursuit of women, and depicting possessive, jealous partners as desirable/loving. BL isn't uniquely "littered with toxicity"
GL wasn't relevant to the subject matter to be mentioned
The alleged criticism is invalid. Restricting roles based on an actor's sexuality is a form of discrimination that limits the opportunities available to talented actors. Sexuality is a personal matter. An actor's personal life is not a factor in determining whether they are suitable for a gay/BL role
A wish to see actors in more BL projects is not a call for them to be limited to/pigeonholed into one genre. It's a recognition of their talent and suitability for gay/BL roles. Actors take on multiple straight roles. They should be given the opportunity to explore multiple gay/BL roles
BLs have something money can't buy: an electrifying, city-powering chemistry between men. Why bother with expensive sets and costumes when you've got a single bed for two?
Actors ditching the BL genre are contributing to the global shortage of interesting characters. The stage is crowded with straight roles. Soon, actors switching from gay roles will find themselves competing for parts in "The Hunger Games: Battle for the Last Straight Lead Role" to make their wallets happy
Understandably, this pattern has given rise to feelings of disappointment and frustration among BL fans. Expressing disappointment is not toxic. It's a reminder that actors are not isolated people; they are public figures whose decisions have impact on fans and the cultural landscape
We don't demand that actors be actual doctors or pirates before playing doctors or pirates. It's not within your purview to restrict an actor's role based on their sexuality
"... it's weird ppl are acting like it's a huge disappointment"
It's not weird to be disappointed by an actor's decision to leave the BL genre. Actors don't "owe" fans anything. And fans don't owe actors anything. Fans aren't obligated to be happy for the actors
Fans are the lifeblood of any genre, and if they want more BL from an actor, you're nobody to deny them their heart's desires
I didn't realize that being raped or kicked out of your home at 12-13 meant you had to stop caring about other issues! I'm sure your friends' brains are big enough to handle more than one issue at a time, or do they need an upgrade?
This double standard undermines the credibility of the accusations of "fetishization"
"... so over 30 gay friends of mine does not count"
Their opinions don't negate the importance of fighting against homophobic censorship
Try applying your "logic" to everything else. "Oh, my 30 rich friends don't care about poverty, so it must not be a problem." Do you see the bigger picture here?
I care. Many gay people care. Homophobic censorship silences and invalidates the experiences of gay people. It contributes to our real-life struggles
"Intersex" conditions are errors in fetal development. They don't challenge the binary model of gender and sex
My position doesn't advocate for harmful medical interventions. People with "intersex" conditions have the right to compassionate medical care, guided by a binary understanding of gender and sex
Gender dysphoria is a mental illness. The distress and discomfort experienced by dysphoric people are symptoms of a mental health issue. The current diagnostic criteria and professional consensus on gender dysphoria are motivated by financial gain/profit rather than scientific evidence
I have addressed your questions on the subject. And I feel it's best to bring our discussion to a close. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and for your participation