Lioness season 3 episode 2 has already revealed my biggest issue with how LGBT+ women are portrayed on TV is true — even using Taylor Sheridan's 'exceptional' female characters
It's widely known that Taylor Sheridan is adept at writing incredible female characters. But if Lioness season 3 episode 2 is anything to go by, its LGBT+ women are being let down in one key way.
Spoilers for Lioness season 3 episode 2 ahead. While Lioness may be the weakest TV show in Taylor Sheridan's Paramount+ roster, season 3 has been its strongest outing thus far. Sheridan consistently demonstrates skill in writing his female characters, who are well-developed and given engaging storylines. However, season 3 marks the first time Sheridan has disappointed me with his portrayal of LGBTQ+ women characters.
In episode 2, Cruz (Laysla De Oliveira) reunited with her love interest Josephina (Genesis Rodriguez) only to face an interruption that denies them the opportunity to express their romance. This portrayal raises concerns about Sheridan's potential unconscious bias against LGBTQ+ women. While the situation may reflect real-life military life, it seems out of place in this context, and the abrupt disruption of their relationship feels cruel.
If Cruz and Josephina's relationship is further strained in future episodes, it would not be surprising.
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