Charlize Theron's 'Atomic Blonde' Could Be the Queer Bond Movie We've Been Waiting For

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By Taylor HendersonMarch 16 2017 / 7:35 PM
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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! 
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Academy Award winner Charlize Theron is kicking ass and taking names in the action-packed trailer for Atomic Blonde.
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The movie follows an MI6 agent who's sent to Berlin to investigate the murder of her colleagues. Along with Theron, the thriller stars James McAvoy and John Goodman, and even includes a steamy bedroom scene between Theron and a French operative played by Sofia Boutella.
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Theron's character exudes power and confidence. Is Atomic Blonde the queer James Bond movie we've been waiting for? Let's hope so.
Expect the movie on July 28th, 2017 and watch the full restricted trailer below.

        
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