The audio-visual medium of cinema seems to have limitless possibilities for representation. On the large screen, movie characters come to life, and for viewers who identify as minorities or members of underrepresented groups, their presence can be reassuring. But the way that bodies, voices, and skin tones are shown on film challenges the idea of asexuality, the so-called “invisible” orientation, as a sexual identity defined by absence.
According to the definition provided by the reference website The Asexual Visibility and Education Network (AVEN), an asexual (ace) person does not experience sexual attraction.
Previous research has indicated that approximately 1% of the global populace identifies as asexual; nevertheless, precise estimation is challenging due to the ongoing stigma associated with asexuality and the diverse range of behaviors and experiences that fall under this category.
