Write a reflection paper on what you think and how you feel about how the LGBTQ+

isportrayed in your favorite TV shows or series. Share why you think or feel that way.

The LGBTQ+ and the Media

The number of LGBTQ+ characters on television has increased dramatically in the pastyears.
The type of representation has also changed. TV shows or series nowadays are doing abetter
job of depicting or portraying the LGBTQ+. For instance, the common scenario on-screenbefore
is that the father would punish his son for being gay. But in most of today’s TV shows,gays and
lesbians are more open to their parents.There are lots of LGBT characters now, notably bisexual
and transgender characterswhich were nonexistent before, and are permitted to make displays
of affection more than whatwas seen in televisions once. I think it’s a sign that people are
slowly accepting the fact that same-sex relationship is as normal as heterosexual relationships. I
Recall an LGBT character I have seen in national television.Titled “Sinturon,” this followed
the story of transgender man Marrz Balaoro, impeccablyportrayed by Anne Curtis, who
struggled to find acceptance from his father, Martin, ever since he was still a kid. It was also him
who discouraged Marrz fromfulfilling his dream of joining the Air Force as he wanted him to
focus on making himself moreladylike just like his sister. As he set aside his far-flung ambition,
he worked as a domestic helperin Hong Kong instead in order to support himself and his family.
LGBTQ we’re likely to have less chance to achieve their dreams because of their preferredgender. In
Marrz’s case, he wants to join the Air Force but his father didn’t let him. Acceptanceand support should
first come from the family. By setting up a support organization with fellowLGBTQ members and OFWs
in Hong Kong, Marrz gained not only the recognition and respectfrom his peers, but the acceptance of
his father, who had since realized Marrz’s worth, straight ornot, in attaining change in society.3. How
can the media present