So I have an idea for a screenplay that I’d love to write and direct one day. It’s definitely not a strict romance film, but most of it is centered around the relationship of the two main characters, two guys. The thing is, I’m really worried that maybe I shouldn’t be writing this. I’m a straight girl and it feels kind of strange for me to be writing it. I don’t want it to seem like I’m supporting the fetishization of mlm or I’m doing this “just to make two guys kiss”. Should I abandon my idea or still go through with it?
Always write. Even a bad creation is better than no creation. If you really enjoy writing and, as you said, you'd love to direct it, write it. Don't be afraid that it may be strange to write about something that you have no experience with - do your research, ask some people how to properly portray a gay relationship without fetishizing it. Remember that your first draft is for your eyes only. First drafts are for fun, to settle and unscramble your ideas. They are allowed to be inappropriate and wrong. First drafts are only made for your story to exist. You will polish it in the later parts.
To summarize: writing down your ideas is always good, research every thing that you may find confusing, perfect your story during the second or third draft.
Don't hesitate to ask more questions.
Thank you so much! And you’re right, I should probably just go ahead with my first draft. I’ll do all the research that I should do to make sure there’s nothing wrong with what I’m writing. Again, thank you. You’ve put my mind at rest.
I'm glad that I could help ^-^
