The representation of male-on-male sexual violence in prison settings has long been a recurring, yet deeply problematic, trope in popular media. Historically, entertainment content has fluctuated between using prison rape as a "punchline"—rooted in homophobic humor—and utilizing it as a gritty narrative device to signify the brutality of carceral life. 1. The "Punchline" Trope: Homophobia as Humor
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: LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly gay men, are at a higher risk of experiencing violence and sexual assault in prisons. This vulnerability is often due to a combination of factors, including systemic homophobia, a lack of protective policies, and the culture of masculinity prevalent in many prison environments. The representation of male-on-male sexual violence in prison