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Gabby Windey’s New Horror Series Gets Teen Queer Identity Right
Gabby Windey’s teen horror series 'The Body' avoids Ellen DeGeneres as a closeted teen’s only lesbian idol.
In brief
Gabby Windey’s teen horror series 'The Body' avoids Ellen DeGeneres as a closeted teen’s only lesbian idol. Gabby Windey’s new horror series 'The Body' avoids Ellen DeGeneres as a closeted teen’s only lesbian idol. Originally reported by Decider.
Gabby Windey’s New Horror Series
Gabby Windey stars in Netflix’s teen horror drama 'The Body', set around Halloween 2004 at a Catholic school.
Ellen DeGeneres as Closeted Teen Idol
Windey says she didn’t want to look like Ellen DeGeneres, the only lesbian idol teens knew in the early 2000s.
Sapphic Representation Goal
Windey aims to show teens exploring sexuality safely, countering a generation with only one lesbian idol.
Creator’s Same Feelings
Sara Boustany says series creator Quinn Shephard felt the same, wanting to avoid Ellen DeGeneres as a teen.
Ellen DeGeneres’ Role in Era
Windey explains teens knew Ellen DeGeneres not for being lesbian, but as a comedian with a talk show.
Windey’s Show Focus
Windey says the show is about being hot and gay, not just being gay, for teen representation.
Cast’s Emotional Connection
Shirley Chen felt emotional watching Geena Meszaros and Jackson Kelly read together during table read.
Sara Boustany’s Role
Sara Boustany plays Elise, a character she felt she would need when younger, like Lisbeth.
Favorite Moment
Sara Boustany calls Anya looking up 'how to orgasm, I am female' her favorite scene.
Dance Scene Impact
The dance scene at the end of Episode 1 gives actors goosebumps and is a key emotional moment.
Grace’s Mystery
Grace wakes up in the final scene, but the cast doesn’t know what she knows or what’s happening.
Season 2 Confirmed
All cast members confirm they want to do Season 2 of 'The Body' if the show continues.
Netflix Streaming Details
Netflix offers three subscription plans starting at $7.99/month for standard with ads.
The Body’s Release
The Body is now streaming on Netflix, with Season 1 available exclusively.
Viewpoints on the Show
The cast believes the show’s mystery around Grace is best left for viewers to decide.
The essence
Gabby Windey’s new horror series 'The Body' avoids Ellen DeGeneres as a closeted teen’s only lesbian idol.
