The Curious Case of Michael Johnson and the Unhealthy Fear of HIV Shaming
Michael Johnson allegedly infected over 30 men with HIV. Nick Delmacy believes that some responsibility also falls on the HIV positive man’s “victims.” Gay men everywhere are Z-snapping all up in my face for engaging in HIV and/or Slut Shaming.
Horror Film Fundraiser: The Boy
Hey horror fans! Award winning filmmakers James Peoples and Cayman Grant have launched a new Indiegogo fundraising campaign for their upcoming Feature Film, The Boy.
WARNING: Your Hookup Selfie May Reveal Where You Live
Many gay men think they’re keeping their privacy intact by only revealing their first name and a heavily cropped photo on hookup websites and apps. The truth of the matter is modern camera phones also store the GPS location information of where the photos were taken deep inside the digital information called “Metadata.”
Manufactured Outrage: Richard Sherman & Trash Talk
“To those who would call me a thug or worse because I show passion on a football field, don’t judge a person’s character by what they do between the lines. Judge a man by what he does off the field, what he does for his…
WATCH: Military Mother Surprises 13-Year-Old Athlete Son, Reaction Priceless
Last Thursday night, military mom Lt. Col. Cotina Jenkins-Sellers who had been station in Kuwait, stepped off of the plane and decided to surprise her 13 year old son, Derrick Jenkins, while playing at a Legacy Middle School basketball game. His reaction to seeing her is priceless.
The Gay Gatekeepers
The majority of mainstream gay themed content is whitewashed and almost absent of color. There is very little imagery featuring African, Asian, Indian, or Black American men. I thought we were all a part of this rainbow?
Who Killed James Mayberry?
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Cypher Avenue Fave “12 years A Slave” Wins Golden Globe Best Picture
Cypher Avenue favorite “12 Years A Slave” won BEST PICTURE at the 2014 Golden Globe Awards, confirming how we felt about this amazing film. While the epic drama wasn’t named out BEST FILM OF 2013, it definitely came a close second and lead actor Chewitel Ejiofor was named our BEST ACTOR OF 2013 for his riveting performance in the film.
WATCH: First Trailer for Season Four of GAME OF THRONES!
HBO has just unleashed the FIRST TRAILER for the new upcoming season of Cypher Avenue’s BEST TELEVISION DRAMA of 2013, Game of Thrones!
WATCH: Music Video – Lasto “Pour a 40”
Cypher Avenue’s BEST GAY ARTIST OF 2013 has officially dropped his first music video. Rapper Lasto continues his return to prominence with visuals to go along with the fantastic debut album he released late last year.
Watch The Trailer for Lee Hayes’ BAIT
I really really want to give black gay cinema a chance. No, I really do. I know we are a diverse and multifaceted group; nonetheless I must be honest that whenever I hear lisping and effeminate speak, I tune out. Not because I’m some type…
CYPHER AVENUE’S BEST OF 2013 AWARDS
Here it is, the first week of the New Year so that means it’s time to celebrate everything that was awesome throughout 2013! So here’s CYPHER AVENUE’S BEST OF 2013 AWARDS.
COMMENTARY ON THE SHORT FILM: DENNIS
There’s a lot more depth to this excellent 2007 Danish short film that is meant to spark discussion. One thing is for sure; I found that Kim Kold’s portrayal as the protagonist Dennis was outstanding.
Two Masculine Gay Men….Taking The Gloves Off
During the New Year’s holiday, a Cypher Avenue reader explained to me that while he enjoyed the new website, he missed the “realness” that was displayed on Discreet City. Then I though about it…he was right…
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