gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:TV_Show
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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2
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:award
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gptkbp:adapted_into
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gptkb:The_L_Word:_Generation_Q
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gptkbp:aired_on
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gptkb:Showtime
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:award
gptkb:Peabody_Award
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gptkbp:cancellation_reason
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Declining ratings.
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gptkbp:cast
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gptkb:Jennifer_Beals
gptkb:Sophie_Giannamore
gptkb:Jessica_Capshaw
gptkb:Shane_Mc_Cutcheon
gptkb:Mia_Kirshner
gptkb:Dawn_Denbo
gptkb:Nikki_Stevens
gptkb:Tasha_Williams
gptkb:Laurel_Holloman
gptkb:Rachel_Shelley
gptkb:Kate_Moennig
gptkb:Pam_Grier
gptkb:Leisha_Hailey
gptkb:Alice_Pieszecki
gptkb:Bette_Porter
gptkb:Carmen_de_la_Pica_Morales
gptkb:Tina_Kennard
gptkb:Kit_Porter
Papi
Erin Daniels
Max Sweeney
Gigi Ghorbani
Tina's mother
Finley Bennett
Alice's girlfriend
Bette's ex-partner
Carmen's ex-girlfriend
Dawn's partner
Finley's love interest
Gigi's partner
Kit's friend
Max's partner
Nikki's partner
Papi's love interest
Shane's love interest
Sophie’s girlfriend
Tasha's girlfriend
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gptkbp:character_development
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Focuses on complex relationships.
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gptkbp:created_by
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gptkb:Ilene_Chaiken
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gptkbp:critical_reception
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Mixed to positive
mixed to positive reviews
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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gptkb:theorem
increased visibility for LGBTQ+ issues
LGBT representation
Pioneered representation of LGBTQ+ characters on television.
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gptkbp:depicts
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gptkb:organization
mental health issues
personal growth
romantic relationships
social issues
community support
self-discovery
identity exploration
cultural differences
love and heartbreak
personal struggles
workplace dynamics
friendship dynamics
parenting challenges
family issues
family relationships
life transitions
relationship conflicts
career challenges
friendship betrayals
sexual health issues
same-sex relationships
coming out experiences
diverse sexual orientations
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gptkbp:distributor
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gptkb:Paramount_Global
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gptkbp:ends_at
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gptkb:2009
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gptkbp:fan_base
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gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:organization
allies
allies of LGBTQ+ community
Strong and dedicated.
queer individuals
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gptkbp:features
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diverse characters
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gptkbp:filming_location
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gptkb:California
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gptkbp:finale_date
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March 8, 2009
2009-03-08
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gptkbp:first_aired
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January 18, 2004
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gptkbp:focuses_on
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lesbian relationships
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gptkbp:follows
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a group of friends
a group of lesbian friends
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gptkbp:genre
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gptkb:High_School
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gptkbp:has_awards
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gptkb:award
gptkb:GLAAD_Media_Award_for_Outstanding_Drama_Series
gptkb:Peabody_Awards
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gptkbp:has_cameo
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gptkb:celebrities
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gptkbp:has_impact_on
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gptkb:LGBTQ+_representation
cultural discussions
television storytelling
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gptkbp:has_merchandise
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gptkb:musical
gptkb:books
gptkb:DJ
soundtracks
soundtrack albums
DVD box sets
novelizations
merchandise items
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gptkbp:has_spin_off
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gptkb:The_L_Word:_Generation_Q
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gptkbp:has_theme
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gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:Community_Center
gptkb:family
love
sexuality
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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The L Word
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gptkbp:influenced
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LGBTQ+ activism
LGBT representation in media
subsequent LGBTQ+ media
Subsequent LGBTQ+ series.
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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Queer culture
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gptkbp:inspired
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gptkb:The_L_Word:_Generation_Q
fan conventions
The L Word: Generation Q (2020)
online fan communities
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gptkbp:inspired_by
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gptkb:The_L_Word:_Generation_Q
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gptkbp:is_available_on
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gptkb:streaming_platforms
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gptkbp:is_considered
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iconic
culturally significant
groundbreaking
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gptkbp:is_known_for
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social issues
strong female characters
complex narratives
relationship dynamics
exploring sexuality
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gptkbp:is_worshipped_by
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gptkb:theorem
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gptkbp:language
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English
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gptkbp:last_aired
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March 8, 2009
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gptkbp:legacy
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considered a groundbreaking series
cultural touchstone for LGBTQ+ representation
influenced future LGBTQ+ series
Considered a landmark series for LGBTQ+ representation.
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gptkbp:main_character
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gptkb:Jenny_Schecter
gptkb:Shane_Mc_Cutcheon
gptkb:Alice_Pieszecki
gptkb:Bette_Porter
gptkb:Tina_Kennard
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gptkbp:merchandise
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DVD collections.
Books.
Clothing.
Soundtrack albums.
Posters.
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gptkbp:network
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gptkb:Showtime
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gptkbp:notable_character
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gptkb:Jenny_Schecter
gptkb:Shane_Mc_Cutcheon
gptkb:Alice_Pieszecki
gptkb:Bette_Porter
gptkb:Tina_Kennard
Max Sweeney
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gptkbp:notable_episodes
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gptkb:Last_Dance
gptkb:The_End_of_the_World
gptkb:Lifeline
gptkb:boxing_match
" Pilot"
" The End"
" Last Dance"
Losing It
" Lies, Lies, Lies"
" Loyalty"
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gptkbp:notable_guest_stars
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gptkb:Jennifer_Beals
gptkb:Cybill_Shepherd
gptkb:Rosanna_Arquette
gptkb:Kate_Moennig
gptkb:Leisha_Hailey
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gptkbp:number_of_episodes
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70
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gptkbp:number_of_seasons
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gptkb:6
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gptkbp:origin
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gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:original_network
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gptkb:Showtime
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gptkbp:premiere_date
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2004-01-18
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gptkbp:premiered_on
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gptkb:2004
gptkb:Showtime
the 2000s
January 18, 2004
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gptkbp:premise
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Explores the lives of a group of lesbian friends.
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gptkbp:production_company
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gptkb:Showtime_Networks
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gptkbp:rating
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gptkb:Metacritic
gptkb:Rotten_Tomatoes
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gptkbp:related_to
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gptkb:The_L_Word:_Generation_Q
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gptkbp:set_in
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gptkb:California
gptkb:Los_Angeles
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gptkbp:setting
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gptkb:Los_Angeles
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gptkbp:theme
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" The L Word Theme" by Betty
" What You Want" by The Shondes
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gptkbp:themes
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gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:Love
gptkb:Community_Center
gptkb:family
Sexuality
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gptkbp:viewership
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average 1 million viewers
1.2 million (average per episode)
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