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Olivia Colman: Queer Films Struggle Amid Rising Backlash

2/17/2026

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Olivia Colman, star of Jimpa, says the mainstream entertainment industry is hesitant to back queer films amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.
Sophie Hyde, the filmmaker, echoes the concern and notes distribution challenges for Jimpa, which premiered at Sundance in January 2025.
The film features a non-binary teenager and aims to foster understanding and acceptance.
Despite a star-studded cast, Jimpa faced delays reaching U.S. cinemas and was released by Kino Lorber.

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Olivia Colman, star of Jimpa, says the mainstream entertainment industry is hesitant to back queer films amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.
Sophie Hyde, the filmmaker, echoes the concern and notes distribution challenges for Jimpa, which premiered at Sundance in January 2025.
The film features a non-binary teenager and aims to foster understanding and acceptance.
Despite a star-studded cast, Jimpa faced delays reaching U.S. cinemas and was released by Kino Lorber.