Gay Cinematherapy: The Queer Guy's Guide to Finding Your Rainbow One Movie at a Time

by Beverly West and Jason Bergund

Book Overview

An entertaining guide to the world of film for gay men presents a selection of gay-themed and mainstream movies, both classic and contemporary, that are appropriate for any mood and that can help one... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0789310546
• ISBN13: 9780789310545
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Universe Publishing(NY)
• Length: 223 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.3" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great movies for ANYONE

The Hulk as a gay movie? Hmmmm...wait until those Greek lawyers get a whiff of that. Maybe The Hulk isn't gay per se, but the transformation he undergoes (personally I think Howard Dean is The Hulk in disguise) is something everyone can relate to, gay or straight. I love the way each of these movies, from Mommie Dearest to Norma Rae to All About Eve, can reflect pivotal points in our lives. I also appreciate that Jason Bergund, one-half of the real-life "Will & Grace" team that wrote this book, comes out in favor of social responsibility attacking "Queer as Folk" for only portraying the seamy underbelly of gay life (anonymous sex, drug abuse and endless clubbing aren't something to aspire to in any group). You go, girl!

Thousands of dollars worth of therapy for just 16.00

This book talks directly to our fabulous gay souls. It matches up movies with moods like a perfect date! Aside from really good movie advice, the wit, humor and various fun parts (like recipes)make this book an easy reading experience. Definitely worth every penny!!!

An amazing treat making great strides for gay literature

This is an extremely entertaining and amusing book, perfect for anyone who has trouble finding that movie-night-feel-good-rental when you're in the mood for some queer therapy. Not only for gay people, the book lists movies, recipes, and little indulgences that will pamper and pacify even the most stressed out straights on gays. With sections dedicated to Judy, Bette, Madonna, the book streams a wide timeline, so there's something for everyone, from, "Mommie Dearest" (my personal favorite in which you learn some interesting facts about the film - like the fact the studio NEVER intended for it to be such a cult camp classic!) to "The Hours" to "Camp" and so on. Jason's Barmacy brings out the bartender in us all with the same ease it takes Omarosa to be hated, and Bev's pampering rituals will leave you feeling refreshed (and looking hot too!). However, I think the next book should have a cover photo of Mr. Bergund in his alleged "lavaliere - all the way down to his waist"!

More Fun Than A Barrel Of Gay Monkeys

Three words: Fun Fun Fun!! A must have for gay movie buffs and novices alike. A great lite read for the summer - it catered to my every ADD need, as I could pick it up and flip around to my hearts desire... I truly enjoyed how co-authors Jason Bergund and Beverly West summed up my personal favorites with wit and hilarity, and then had me rushing to the video store for a few films on my "to-see" list. This manual or "bible", as one may dub, is full of chuckles, fun tips, helpful hints, along with a plethora of random information that had me taking notes in case "Celebrity Jeopardy" ever came a knockin'. ("What is Velma Kelly's real name?" (...)

A great resource!

This book is a lot of fun...my only complaint about it is that after reading it, I have this list of movies I'm dying to see that I can't get at my neighborhood video store! There's a broad spectrum of films reviewed in here that will appeal to pretty much any fan. It's a highly entertaining and irreverent read, and the "barmacy" recipes and beauty hints make this book a must-have for those "I vant to be alone" nights.