Editors' Picks

Discover a handpicked selection of exceptional gay movies and short films chosen by the Gay Films Matter team. These are the gay films we believe stand out amongst many and are well worth watching.

Yesterday, My Dead Boyfriend Messaged Me on Grindr
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Yesterday, My Dead Boyfriend Messaged Me on Grindr

2020 Drama
Julian grapples with the sudden death of his boyfriend, Kinsey, and navigates his grief.
Bender
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Bender

2020 Drama
On the eve of the announcement of the Australian Marriage Equality Postal Vote results, two men connect online. However, their plans are derailed when their car breaks down in a remote area.
Boyfriend
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Boyfriend

2021 Romance
Levi, the perfect boyfriend, and Bob, in search of new experiences, find their lives unexpectedly intertwined.
Platinum
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Platinum

2014 Drama
As Felix loses his voice, he thinks he needs medical help. But is it an illness, or are his suppressed emotions silencing him?
Exalted Mars
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Exalted Mars

2022 Drama
A man's introspective journey through sleep leads him through a city awakening at dawn, symbolizing life's renewal amidst urban flow and architectural splendor.
Michael Joseph Jason John
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Michael Joseph Jason John

2018 Romance, Thriller
A romantic thriller delving into the aftermath of a one-night stand, exploring emotional risks and fantasies as a man imagines a life with a mysterious stranger.
My Friend Jaime
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My Friend Jaime

2013 Drama
Portrays Dani's evolving friendship with Jaime, leading to unexpected emotional revelations.
Invincible Summer
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Invincible Summer

2024 Drama
Alone at home on a summer night, Clément is determined to lose his virginity, scrolling through profiles on a dating app.
After Party
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After Party

2017 Documentary
Follows two men as they film their breakup, using their emotions to document the passion of their relationship's final stage.
Camouflage
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Camouflage

2014 Drama
During a military exercise, Max maneuvers a delicate situation to uncover his friend's hidden feelings.
High Tide
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High Tide

2018 Drama
Escaping an impending divorce, a man finds solace in a woodland cottage where he discovers and embraces his hidden desires, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Caught
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Caught

2010 Drama, Romance
In 1962, a covertly filmed documentary captures the lives of individuals considered deviant in a public park, revealing unexpected truths and personal struggles.
Get Ripped
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Get Ripped

2014 Drama
Despite daily gym meetings, Niko's relationship with his trainer remains indifferent until Niko's progress sparks a manipulative game.
Slate For Me
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Slate For Me

2024 Drama
Jordan has his first big audition. But things don't go according to plan.
Forces
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Forces

2016 Drama
This is the story of a deep bond between a gay football player and a straight military man, exploring themes of friendship and masculinity.
Since the First Day We Met
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Since the First Day We Met

2017 Drama, Romance
A deaf boy finds himself thrust into a hearing community, where the revelation of a profound secret sends ripples of impact through everyone in his midst.
33 Teeth
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33 Teeth

2011 Comedy, Drama
Eddie's curiosity about his older neighbor, Chad, intensifies when he secretly watches Chad in the bathroom.
The Other Side
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The Other Side

2017 Drama, Romance
Felipe and Claudio have a unique relationship. Somehow destiny pulls them apart and sets Felipe on a journey where he will risk everything in his pursuit of happiness.
Golden
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Golden

2015 Drama
A tale of identity and growth unfolds as a young individual navigates the complexities of adolescence and self-discovery.
The Witness
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The Witness

2023 Drama
A young Jehovah’s Witness falls into a deep depression when he is expelled from his religious community. He mysteriously wakes up in the hospital morgue alongside an out gay man, who has died prematurely.Tensions rise, as it quickly becomes clear that the two men both lived and died in very different ways.
The Dam
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The Dam

2016 Drama
Two Australian men revisit a dam that defined their youth, confronting suppressed feelings and unresolved conflicts that threaten their lifelong friendship.