INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIETY REVIEWS (INJOSER)
Vol. 2 No. 9 (2025): JULY

CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF BOYS' LOVE FILMS ON GENERATION Z'S PERSPECTIVE REGARDING LGBT (LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, AND TRANSGENDER)

Iis Juniati (Communication Science Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya)
Dinda Citra Dewi (Communication Science Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jul 2025

Abstract

Boys' Love (BL) films serve as an effective medium for increasing tolerance and understanding towards the LGBT community. The current easy access through various digital media platforms is a supporting factor. The proliferation of BL content films has now "influenced" Generation Z, changing their perspective on LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) individuals. In Indonesia, given the socio-cultural context, many fans of BL films view them merely as a form of entertainment with no intention of openly supporting the LGBT community's existence. Interestingly, continuous consumption of BL content can lead to a shift in one's viewpoint. Generation Z's pro and contra perspectives pose a dilemma in society. While LGBT is still considered contrary to norms by most of the global community, tolerance for LGBT individuals is now emerging from Generation Z. The background for Generation Z's acceptance of LGBT stems from technological advancements and the effects of dissemination through social media. The authors will examine this phenomenon using critical discourse analysis and conduct interviews with Generation Z fans of Boys' Love films.

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INJOSER

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Religion Humanities Social Sciences

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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIETY REVIEWS (INJOSER) is a scientific journal that publishes articles in the fields of humanity, social science. Humanities include: Language and Linguistics, History, Literature, Performing Arts, Philosophy, Religion, Fine Arts. Social Science fields of Science include: ...