J.K. Rowling | ContraPoints

Why it was recommended

This is a good, calm, nuanced discussion about why LGBTQ people and our allies don't like Rowling as much as we used to.

Strong recommendationReactiveJelly · Original2022-12

What it covers

A roughly 90-minute video essay by ContraPoints on J.K. Rowling and the controversy around her views on gender. It examines why many LGBTQ people and allies soured on her. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

ContraPoints

Length

1 hr 29 min

Year

2021

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