Francine (Sandra Dee) and her mother Dorothy (Mary LaRoche) discuss why she isn’t interested in boys in GIDGET (1959). GIDGET, intentional or not, contains queer-coding like many films of Hollywood’s Hays Code era. It features the usual homoeroticism we see in other beach movies of the period, but also codes its protagonist. Francine shows little interest in romance with the opposite sex, is a bit of a tomboy, and has a close friendship with the wonderfully butch Betty “B.L.” Louise (Sue George)

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"Sandra Dee and her husband, Bobby Darin, are photographed at the star-studded premiere of What a Way to Go! in New York City, circa 1964, radiating the charm and charisma that made them one of Hollywood’s golden couples. Married in 1960 after a whirlwind romance, the duo often captivated fans with their public appearances, blending youthful allure with genuine affection. The film’s premiere at the Rivoli Theatre on Broadway was a glamorous affair, drawing major names from the industry. Their pr