20 Years of Queer Cinema

20 Years of Queer Cinema

Author: JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities October 12, 2025 Duration: 1:37:13

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Brokeback Mountain,  the Strictly Soundtracks team takes a look back at two decades of queer cinema. Spanning a wide range of genres — from offbeat comedies and heartfelt romances to poignant coming-of-age dramas and devastating love stories — the team explores the most impactful LGBTQIA+ films and the unforgettable music that brought them to life. With a playlist that includes Bronski Beat, Kylie Minogue, Melissa Etheridge, Pet Shop Boys, Troye Sivan and Visage, the lineup is as queer as the films themselves.

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Tune in to Strictly Soundtracks, a weekly exploration of the powerful and often overlooked music that shapes our favorite films and television shows. This isn't just a playlist; it's a deep dive into the composers, themes, and emotional currents that a great score creates. Each episode from JOY 94.9 focuses on the artistry behind cinematic and television music, offering thoughtful commentary that connects the notes on the page to the stories on the screen. You'll hear about everything from iconic orchestral pieces to innovative electronic soundscapes, understanding how music becomes a character in its own right. The podcast provides a unique space for appreciation, hosted with a passion for both the medium and its impact. It’s for anyone who has ever been moved by a film's finale or felt a TV show's tension amplified by its soundtrack. Discover the narratives behind the notes and gain a new perspective on what you watch and listen to. Find this and other programs celebrating our Rainbow Communities through JOY 94.9's diverse audio offerings.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 52

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1980s Teen Comedies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:11
From Madonna and Talking Heads to Depeche Mode and the Go-Gos, Strictly Soundtracks celebrates the great music featured in the not-so-great teen movies of the 1980s.
The Devil Wears Prada [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:06
With the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, the Strictly Soundtracks team revisits the music of the iconic original film and its much-anticipated sequel. The playlist includes beloved tracks from Madonna, Alanis Morisse…
Love Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:25
Paul and Glenn dive into the soundtrack to the drama series, Love Story. Produced by Ryan Murphy, the nine-part series chronicles the tragic romance between John F. Kennedy Jr and Caroline Bessette. A controversial take…
True Detective: Night Country [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:21
Strictly Soundtracks chills out as we dive into the soundtrack of True Detective: Night Country, starring Jodie Foster in an Emmy-winning performance. The fourth season of the anthology series features an eclectic soundt…
1996: At the Movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:34
This week, Strictly Soundtracks goes big with a bumper two-hour edition, travelling back to 1996 to revisit the films now celebrating their 30th anniversary. From blockbuster spectacles (Twister, Independence Day, Space…
Stricty Soundtracks – soundtracks we own [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:51
The Strictly team again bring a mixtape show for yor listening pleasure (or joy). THis time our host John is joined by his film-buff friend Chris to play some of the soundtracks they both own. We hear music from films su…
Trainspotting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:05
The Strictly Soundtracks team take you back to the craziness of the 1996 movie Trainspotting, directed by Danny Boyle. One of the most iconic soundtracks ever, featuring Underworld, of course, plus Blur, Lou Reed, Iggy P…
American Psycho [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:08
This episode of Strictly Soundtracks takes a stab at the music behind the 2000 satire American Psycho. With an ’80s playlist as sharp as Patrick Bateman’s designer suits, the polished, upbeat sounds of Huey Lewis and the…
Pluribus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:06
The Strictly Soundtracks team explores the nine-part streaming series Pluribus, unpacking its story, themes and, of course, its soundtrack. The playlist is as offbeat and strange as the show itself, featuring music from…
90s Gay Cinema [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:36
The Strictly Soundtracks team travel back to the 1990s to explore gay cinema of the era. We revisit Australian queer classics (The Sum of Us, Head On), coming-of-age dramas (Beautiful Thing, The Edge of Seventeen), indie…