Gay to Z

All Episodes 2009
TV-PG

  • Ended
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  • 2009-03-19T00:00:00Z
  • 25m
  • 25m (1 episode)
  • United Kingdom
  • Documentary, Reality
Gay to Z introduces six lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) young people. All of them are leading very different lives and experiencing very different issues. The series acknowledge that many young people who choose to come out experience discrimination and exclusion, and find it difficult to access the support they need - but it also celebrates the positive aspects of these vibrant young lives.

5 episodes

Series Premiere

2009-03-19T00:00:00Z

1x01 Episode 1

Series Premiere

1x01 Episode 1

  • 2009-03-19T00:00:00Z25m

This programme looks at young people looking for love, being in love and experiencing relationships. It shows different ways of meeting partners, ranging from the traditional to the potentially dangerous. It also shows some of the difficulties that can be involved in being LGB, especially in terms of coming out to parents and family who may have negative reactions.

1x02 Episode 2

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This programme looks at the range of different relationships and situations in which LGB young people can find themselves. These can be both good and bad, just as with any other young person, but are often influenced by the levels of homophobia or acceptance shown by those around them.

1x03 Episode 3

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This programme looks to the future. We learn about some of the different ambitions and dreams that these young people have: to become a student, an artist, a politician, a fashion designer. The idea of the need for positive and diverse role models in LGB young people's lives is introduced, alongside representations of the very different interests that LGB young people can have.

1x04 Episode 4

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This programme looks at families and the support that is available to LGB young people. We see that proper support can do wonders for LGB young people. Kevin's mum let his boyfriend Stephen move out of his homophobic home and live with them. Kevin's mum has always been accepting of her gay son and she is very fond of Stephen. Her support has meant that Stephen and Kevin have finally moved into their own flat and are very excited.

1x05 Episode 5

  • no air date25m

This final episode focuses on being out and proud, including clubbing on the gay scene in Leicester, and enjoying Brighton Pride.

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