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15 Powerful Love, Simon Reactions That Show Why the Film Is So Groundbreaking

15 Powerful 'Love, Simon' Reactions That Show Why the Film Is So Groundbreaking

15 Powerful 'Love, Simon' Reactions That Show Why the Film Is So Groundbreaking

"Cried thinking about all the LGBTQ+ kids who never got to see this movie."

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Love, Simon has moviegoers around the world shook.

The teenage rom-com is the first blockbuster hit to star a gay lead and has grossed nearly $24 million. It's already being called a John Hughes-esqe classic. But what makes the film truly groundbreaking is its impact on the LGBT community.

 

 

The movie has inspired many teens to come out to their families:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some felt more comfortable with their sexuality because of the movie:

 

 

Its even changing hearts of LGBTQ family members who might not have immediately understood: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A crowded theater applauding a gay kiss is revolutionary:

 

 

 

 

Celebrities can't stop talking about it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Representation is so important, now more than ever.

30 Years of Out100Out / Advocate Magazine - Jonathan Groff and Wayne Brady

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Taylor Henderson

Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one! 

Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!