Diving into LGBTQ Cinema with Elliot Page: Breaking Down Barriers
Elliot Page challenges the notion that queer films have limited audiences. At the BFI Flare festival in London, he highlighted that 30% of young people identify as LGBTQ, making it far from niche.
Page showcased his latest film, “Close to You,” at the festival. The movie explores a man reconnecting with an old flame during a trip to his hometown in Canada post-transition.
In this project, Page had his first experience with an intimacy coordinator, reflecting on past uncomfortable scenes in his career. He also shared his journey of coming out as trans to the creator of “The Umbrella Academy” and incorporating it into the storyline.
Page emphasized feeling fortunate as a working actor and filmmaker, especially under his own production company. He expressed gratitude for his journey and the opportunities it has presented him.
