The privilege that artists have while LGBTQ+ people face oppressive legislation was not lost on Stephanie Beatriz: “How can we turn our backs on people in our community that have less resources than we do to discuss this stuff openly?”
, “keeps me up at night.” Although Disney is currently facing backlash from both ends of the political spectrum, she’s thankful for the positive representation she’s taken part in through the animated movie.
Beatriz, who is openly bisexual, was honored by Outfest with its Fusion Achievement award for her contributions to LGBTQ representation in media. Outfest executive directorthat it’s up to his and other organizations to influence progress. The gala was held as Outfest commemorates its 40th anniversary and the 19th year of Outfest Fusion, so the colorful crowd had much reason to celebrate. This year’s film festival tells queer stories from Los Angeles to Beirut, but it was not lost on Beatriz the privilege that artists have while LGBTQ people across the country face oppressive legislation.
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