Queer Parenthood Explored: Love, Family, and Representation
Rainbow Families : This category includes films and dramas that showcase families where parents are homosexual, whether it's a same-sex female couple, a same-sex male couple, or an LGBTQ+ adoptive family.
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1. Papa & Daddy
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
Damien and Jerry are Kai Kai's parents. On the record, Damien is the legal guardian and parent since he and Jerry aren't yet legally married. Jerry put his job as a youtuber on hold to raise Kai Kai before the latter started primary schools.
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2. His
Japanese Movie - 2020
Hibino Nagisa has a young daughter named Sora, who is around 6 years old (not sure about the exact age). During his divorce proceedings, Nagisa moves in with Igawa Shun. They will raise Sora together for a while before custody is granted to the mother.
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3. Dear Tenant
Taiwanese Movie - 2020
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4. Ototo no Otto
Japanese Drama - 2018, 3 episodes
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5. Close-Knit
Japanese Movie - 2017
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6. Fathers
Thai Movie - 2016
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7. Present Still Perfect
Thai Movie - 2020
Oat is married and has a son when he meets Toey again years after their separation.
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8. HIStory2: Right or Wrong
Taiwanese Special - 2018, 8 episodes
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9. A Distant Place
Korean Movie - 2020
Jin Woo raises Seol as his daughter and he is her legal guardian. Seol is actually his niece. His sister tries to get Seol back after her life and financial situation have stabilised.
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10. Fragrance of the First Flower
Taiwanese Drama - 2021, 6 episodes
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11. Papa & Daddy Season 2
Taiwanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
In season 2, Damien's eldest son Jimmy with his ex-wife joins the family. Jerry was unaware of Jimmy's existence until he unexpectedly knocked on their door at the end of season 1.
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12. Swingin'
Taiwanese Movie - 2020
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13. To the Moon and Back
Thai Drama - 2023, 21 episodes