Gays and lesbians are too frequently stereotyped or shown in a negative light in films, a survey suggests. According to research by the UK Film Council, lesbians are often shown as male fantasies and gay men are depicted too frequently as camp.

Gays and lesbians are too frequently stereotyped or shown in a negative light in films, a survey suggests. According to research by the UK Film Council, lesbians are often shown as male fantasies and gay men are depicted too frequently as camp.

John Waters, director of Hairspray, Serial Mom and a whole host of lesser-known trashy and camp underground epics of the 1970s inclding Multiple Maniacas, Desperate Living and Pink Flamingos, has a new book out this week. Role Models showcases his adoration for the the fringes of society and hose...