blog 9 : heartstopper
Heartstopper (2016-) Created by : Alice Oseman Director : Euros Lyn Okay so, I know that Heartstopper isn't a film, but in light of the first official teaser trailer for the show being released yesterday I thought it was only appropriate to write about it. If you aren't aware of what Heartstopper is, it is a series of graphic novels created and written by Alice Oseman, with the television adaptation of it being released this Spring. The story follows two central characters, Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring, as they experience love, friendship, mental health, and coming of age. Along the way they are accompanied by their best friends and family, demonstrating the importance of community. Heartstopper is filled with authentic and genuine representation for queer identities, as well as individual stories of experiencing mental health. LGBTQ+ representation in Heartstopper A common theme in many pieces of media which involve LGBTQ+ identities, whether it be just a cha...