Abstract
ABSTRACT Migration, a fundamental aspect of life, has grown more intricate due to societal complexities, national identities, and borders. This study examines how sexuality influences migration, focusing on queer individuals who often migrate from hostile to queer-friendly communities. Specifically, it investigates the interaction between queer Nigerians and cinematic productions, analysing how these productions shape migration perceptions. Data from two groups of nine queer Nigerians (each) were collected using open-ended and semi-structured questionnaires respectively. Findings indicate that queer Nigerians actively engage with queer-themed films, with Western depictions of queer utopia often motivating their desire to migrate. Despite a lack of Nollywood representation, queer Nigerians turn to Western cinema for consumption. While queer-themed cinematic productions significantly influence migration motivations, there is a need for studies to explore the interconnections between queerness, popular culture consumption, and the decision to migrate from ‘queer hostile’ nations to more ‘queer friendly’ countries, especially within African transcontinental endeavours.
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