Gay Films to Watch If You Loved Heated Rivalry

SHORT FILM

Water

2014 Drama

Carlos, a young Mexican swimmer, encounters Daniel one day at the pool. Could this be love at first sight?

SHORT FILM

Jean Fell in Love

2022 Drama, Romance

Rugby player Jean's burgeoning romance with Ayoub, a rival team member, tests his friendships and reveals unexpected vulnerabilities among his teammates.

SHORT FILM

Hand Off

2019 Drama, Fantasy, Romance

A rugby player's confession of love for his teammate strains their friendship, leading him into a fantasy world with an imaginary friend as he navigates the macho culture of rugby.

Private Romeo

2011 Drama, Romance

A modern retelling of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' set in an isolated all-boys military academy, following the forbidden romance between two cadets.

SHORT FILM

This World We Live In

2017 Drama

Joey, a 22-year-old student obsessed with appearances, finds himself caught in the whirlwind of a new city, sinking into drug addiction as a means to suppress his inner turmoil.

SHORT FILM

Through the Fields

2015 Drama

Lucas, hiding his attraction to men, navigates a secret life while supporting his younger brother, Théo, in a poignant exploration of family, identity, and acceptance.

SHORT FILM

Wonderkid

2016 Drama

Explores the inner turmoil of a gay professional footballer who, despite achieving his dream move to a Premier League club, faces hostile teammates, and abusive social media messages.

SHORT FILM

Verona

2010 Drama, Romance

Two young lovers from rival fraternities struggle to maintain their relationship amidst escalating tensions.

Longhorns

2011 Comedy, Drama, Romance

In 1982, a Texas University student explores his curiosity about male fantasies by seeking out an openly gay student on campus, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

SHORT FILM

On the Same Team

2014 Drama

Follows a young rugby player's struggle with conformity and his own identity as he longs for freedom amid societal pressures, offering a poignant look at self-discovery and emotional growth.

My Last Round

2011 Drama, Romance

Hugo's fascination with Octavio, a middle-aged local boxing champion, is tested when Hugo lands a new job in the city, challenging their bond and aspirations.

SHORT FILM

The Night Practice

2023 Fantasy

The new goalkeeper in a junior soccer team is greeted with hostility by the other boys. Robert, the only friendly teammate, develops an obsession with him. While the two grow closer, Robert reveals his strange desire for human blood.

Riley

2023 Drama

The structured life of a disciplined high school athlete starts to fall apart as his queer identity clashes with the expectations of who he's always been told to be.

Floating Skyscrapers

2013 Drama, Romance

A young man navigates his emerging homosexuality while his girlfriend desperately tries to hold onto him.

Out in the Line-up

2014 Documentary, Drama

Two gay surfers challenge surfing's taboos, joining a community pushing for acceptance and openness in the sport.

Genesis

2018 Drama

Three teenagers are shaken up by their first loves in the turmoil of their youth. At a time when others are conforming, they stand their ground and assert their right to love and be free.

Cock & Bull Story

2002 Drama

Two friends are torn apart by passion and ambition in the violent world of amateur boxing.

Hidden Away

2014 Drama, Romance

Ibrahim navigates loneliness and uncertainty after fleeing deportation, searching for belonging and stability.

Drown

2015 Drama, Thriller

Three surf lifesavers experience a tumultuous night out filled with jealousy, homophobia, and unrequited desires culminating in a tragic incident of bullying under the influence.

Fine Young Men

2024 Drama, Thriller

After a year away, 17-year-old Alf returns to his Catholic boys’ school feeling out of step with the confident, athletic crowd he once called friends. Isolated and uncertain, he forms a quiet connection with Oliver, an openly gay student who sees the world differently. But as whispers spread about Alf’s own identity, his fear of rejection drives him back toward his old circle - leading him to make a devastating choice to prove he still belongs.

Fulboy

2015 Documentary

Tomás, a football player, lets his brother Martín film his life off the field, exposing vulnerability and post-game realities. Fulboy delves into the intimate lives of athletes and the impact of sports fame.

SHORT FILM

Running Without Sound

2004 Romance

Sean, a deaf high school student and cross-country runner, grapples with his sexuality and feelings for a teammate.

Bromance

2016 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Set against a backdrop of a serene coastal forest, three friends and a new acquaintance navigate the complexities of friendship and love amidst societal pressures.

Delantero

2021 Drama

After getting in a fight, a handsome young soccer player leaves his small village in Cuba to escape rumors that he is gay. He moves to Havana to live with his aunt and soon is playing soccer with new friends. However, the rumors start up again and he is forced to confront his sexuality.

SHORT FILM

Enemy, I Love You!

2021 Comedy, Romance

Two boys suddenly discovered the "super huge" horn on their heads, determined to cooperate to become the owner of the game, a twist that made everyone fall back.

NEW

The Male Gaze: Courage Under Fire

2026 Compilation

Whether it's finding the strength to speak truth to power, making a decision that will mark you as an outsider, or taking a risk that will expose a secret - these men and boys prove that sometimes courage is not learned. It is an instinct. A compilation of 5 gay short films.

The Shiny Shrimps

2019 Comedy, Drama

Follows Olympic champion Matthias, who coaches an amateur gay water-polo team, exploring their journey to the Gay Games in Croatia amidst personal growth and team solidarity.