Beyond the Straight and Narrow is an insightful documentary exploring the transformation of queer and trans representation in television. The film examines how the shift from traditional broadcasting to digital streaming platforms has led to LGBTQ+ characters becoming more visible, diverse, and complex in their portrayals. Through interviews with producers, writers, scholars, and viewers, the documentary addresses both the progress made and the persistent stereotypes and gaps in representation. It closely analyzes how the mainstreaming of queer and trans characters in the streaming era has introduced new narrative forms, character developments, and audience responses.
