![]() ![]() In addition to Catra and Adora’s rich and complex dynamic throughout the series, the show features a sapphic couple in the supporting cast. And we’re scared that we’re pushing too far too soon.” Stevenson didn’t want to promise fans a canonical romantic relationship between the two main characters and then fail to deliver however, the build-up of Catra and Adora’s relationship throughout the five seasons gave a payoff that was worth the wait. In an interview, showrunner and executive producer Noelle Stevenson described the process of working on the show and shaping the two main characters’ relationship stating, “ A lot of times we hold ourselves back or we limit how far we think we can go because we’re scared. It’s hard to believe that the final season of the reboot came out in May 2020, but fans were elated to witness the kiss between Catra and Adora in the final moments of the series. Netossa wears a white jacket over a metal chest plate and looks concerned for her wife. Spinnerella has a shocked expression on her face and is wearing a pink and purple dress. Image Description: Netossa (left) and Spinnerella (right) sit in adjacent high backed chairs, holding each other’s hands. “She-Ra and the Princesses of Power” (Dreamworks): Catra and Adora, Spinerella and Netossa Here are a few noteworthy shows that you should check out (Spoilers ahead):ġ. In just 2020 alone, the influx of queer representation on TV has given everyone at home a little more hope. If you’ve found yourself either wanting a light-hearted dose of LGBTQ+ rep mixed in with that sweet, sweet, nostalgia of cartoons look no further. Thanks to the tireless efforts of many queer producers and artists such as Rebecca Sugar (“Steven Universe”), representation in children’s animated shows has grown immensely. ![]() On the bright side, within the past few years animated shows have become a fond source of LGBTQ+ rep for the community. From the understandably hated “Bury Your Gays” trope to the queer-coded villains in the plethora of Disney movies, representation still has a long way to go. Bottom row from left to right: Catra, Adora, Benson, Troy, Nettossa, and Spinnerella.ĭespite the increase in queer representation in media within the past decade, it’s still difficult to find representation that doesn’t somewhat dabble in the infamous stereotypes and tropes associated with LGBTQ+ characters. Top row from left to right: Luz Noceda, Amity Blight, Marceline, and Princess Bubblegum. Image description: Blue background with a collage of LGBTQ+ cartoon couples.
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