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"Queer Eye": The Newest Reality Show That Should Be In Your Netflix Queue

Five gay men take over and make over Georgia men's lives.

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"Queer Eye": The Newest Reality Show That Should Be In Your Netflix Queue
The Mary Sue

Netflix just introduced another addictive hit reality show, "Queer Eye." The show is a reboot of a TV series that originally aired on Bravo, "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," with one of the same producers, David Collins. The concept is brilliant. Five gay men, referred to as the "Fab 5," go around giving other men complete lifestyle makeovers.

If you used to binge TLC and Oxygen on the weekends, this one's for you. "Queer Eye" is the perfect mix of "What Not to Wear" and "Fixer Upper" with just a dash of the sass of "RuPaul's Drag Race."

Every member of the five brings his own flair and has a specialty. Of course, hair and fashion are a must, but food and wine, interior design and culture are other specialties they bring to the show. Some of the nominees definitely need more help than others with their physical appearances, and that is part of the beauty of the show. Sometimes people need more help focused on different areas of their lives. One guy lives in his grandmother's house that hasn't been redone in 40 years, while another practically looks homeless. The show stays fresh because the nominees all have such different lives.

Of course, there is the added entertainment of watching a straight guy from the South have his house invaded by five gay guys who tend to literally prance around the room. The show makes a lot of effort to start conversations in order to break down social barriers between people like this. In just the first season, the show has focused the conversation on gay people belonging to society and religion, as well as the conflict between black people and law enforcement.

Inclusivity is often a focal point both amongst the Fab 5 and the nominees. They encourage everyone to be inclusive and allow themselves the confidence to believe that they deserve to be included. The Fab 5 themselves, although all gay, come from different backgrounds and come together to make this great team changing lives. One white guy, Bobby, grew up attending a Christian church every day and tried to pray the gay away. Tan, a Pakistani fashion man, grew up and became a designer in England. Black, brown, white, straight, or gay, the point is that it doesn't matter. The show encourages confidence in yourself by just putting forth the effort to make yourself the best you can be.

With all the discussion of self-worth and acceptance, there are definitely tear-jerking moments. Sweet reunions, memories of loved ones lost, and new-found self-confidence all tug at your heartstrings.

This show really has it all: style makeovers, home improvement, humor, therapy sessions, important social conversations and so much more to keep you clicking 'play next episode.'

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