Okay, let's talk about something incredibly important: Is What We Do in the Shadows gay? I mean, REALLY gay?
Short answer? My sparkly, garlic-avoiding heart screams YES! But let's unpack this delicious, undead question.
The Obvious Clues (or, "Why is Nandor Always So Dramatic?")
First off, let's consider Nandor the Relentless. He's obsessed with his familiar, Guillermo, in a way that goes way beyond employer/employee, wouldn't you agree?
He showers Guillermo with (questionable) gifts, gets jealous when Guillermo even glances at someone else, and generally acts like a lovesick teenager.
Plus, remember that whole "find Guillermo a wife" debacle? Talk about trying to hide your feelings with extra steps! Classic rom-com move.
Then there's the whole Laszlo Cravensworth thing. Need I say more about his pansexuality?
He's a flamboyant, eccentric vampire who's not afraid to express himself and seduce anyone who catches his eye, regardless of gender.
Remember his old flame, Nadja, in a male body? He was all-in. I mean, come on!
Subtle Hints (or, "A Love of Velvet and Cryptic Gazes")
Beyond the obvious, there's this pervasive sense of chosen family that just feels incredibly queer. They are not related but live as a family. It is relatable to many LGBTQ+ people.
These vampires are bound together by something deeper than just immortality and a shared house. It's about loyalty, acceptance, and putting up with each other's ridiculousness, which is basically the definition of a good queer relationship.
And let's not forget the aesthetic! Velvet curtains! Dramatic capes! Midnight rendezvous in graveyards! It's all so gloriously theatrical and over-the-top, like a drag show thrown by gothic interior designers.
Plus, think about all the little moments of casual affection. A hand on a shoulder, a shared glance, a whispered joke. These characters deeply care about each other, in ways that often transcend platonic friendship.
The Verdict (or, "Sparkles and Rainbows!")
So, is What We Do in the Shadows officially, explicitly a "gay show"? Not exactly, they never explicitly state that all of the main characters are gay but never denied that.
But does it have a queer sensibility? Absolutely! It embraces camp, celebrates individuality, and explores relationships that defy traditional norms. And Nadja of Antipaxos is a great bisexual icon.
It's a show that understands the humor, the heartbreak, and the sheer fabulousness of being a little bit different. It's about finding your people, even if your people happen to be centuries-old vampires with questionable fashion sense.
So, crank up the Stevie Nicks, dust off your finest velvet cloak, and embrace the glorious, gay undertones of What We Do in the Shadows! You won't regret it.
After all, isn't everything better with a little bit of sparkle and a whole lot of undead love?
Now if you excuse me, I need to go practice my hypnotic gaze.
