RE: Positive Bisexual Representation – Part 1: Alex Kelly of "The O.C."
Yes, there were a couple of bi characters in The L Word. 🙂 There were many things I liked about The L Word, but I also had mixed feelings about the show, mainly because of how bi characters were portrayed, and the way other characters would always insult them. Especially when it came to Alice. She started out being so strong and confident about her bi identity, but that strength gradually faded away and it was sad to watch that happen. Later in the series, she ended up telling Dana, "You were right, bisexuality is gross. I can see it now." My heart sank a little when I heard that! This article from AfterEllen does a great job of breaking down the whole issue, I think: http://www.afterellen.com/tv/29823-the-l-word-reinforces-negative-bisexual-stereotypes/
Yeah i might have just internalized my shame so much that I assume I deserve that portrayal. Its weird to say "its hard being bisexual" because just like you described we can pretend that other part of us doesn't exist if we find the "right guy" ..
Yet here i am at 37 yelling #spinsterlife and I'v only really fallen in love with 1 guy. So, clearly, thats not working out. And yes, on the other end I have no clue how to attempt to date women.
Thats right. Ive had feelings for women for a little over 22 years and ive not done more than kiss a woman. :/
Maybe its because of tv? Lol idk. Although i did love alice A LOT but i think i blanked out that comment.
That does sound difficult. I hope you do find love when the time is right, whether it's a man, woman or a non-binary person. Love is love, whoever the person is! I loved Alice too – it was a shame when the writers made a mess of her character development. 😔
Agreed!! I am rememberimg now how she necame a mess. Bit feel like they dod it with everyone.. like everyone was a mess at some point lol.. its real tho?? Idk
Oh God yes, everyone turned into a mess. Especially Jenny! I hope the revival reveals, once and for all, who killed her in the end... that was such a shocking finale. 😱
Srsly!