German Gay Movies & Short Films

An Unfinished Film

2024 Drama

A film crew reunites near Wuhan to resume the shooting of a film halted ten years earlier, only to share the unexpected challenges as cities are placed under lockdown.

Night Out

2018 Comedy, Drama

On a wild Saturday night in Berlin, friends, lovers, and strangers collide in a chaotic swirl of parties, hookups, and misadventures. From singles to couples, gay to straight, their escapades push limits but ultimately unravel in comical twists of fate.

SHORT FILM

Wet Hair

2023 Comedy

A pair of ex-lovers meet up in the woods to engage in the fetish that keeps them locked emotionally to each other.

SHORT FILM

Flamingo Pride

2011 Animation, Comedy

Frustrated at being the only straight flamingo in a gay flock, our hero falls in love with a lady stork who flies by. Unable to convince her of his serious intentions, he isolates himself and endures an identity crisis. An intensive encounter inspires him to make a bold move.

We

2003 Drama

School friends in Germany face the harsh realities of life after graduation, navigating failed romances and financial challenges.

No Dogs Allowed

2024 Drama

Teenager Gabo struggles to control and hide his urges, confiding only in online forums where he encounters the manipulative older Dave.

Talk Straight: The World of Rural Queers

2003 Documentary

A controversial documentary about four gay men living in the countryside of Swabia, far from big cities. Despite being in a heterosexual environment, they strive to live rich and happy lives.

Cycles of Porn: Sex/Life in L.A., Part 2

2005 Documentary

Explores the commercialization and personal journeys of men in the adult entertainment industry in 1990s Los Angeles, reflecting on careers, exploitation, and the evolving landscape of desire and identity.

SHORT FILM

My Brother

2015 Drama

After a family tragedy, Alberto returns from Berlin, where he enjoyed freedom as a comic illustrator, to his stifling hometown in Spain, confronting past wounds and new realities.

Piggies

2009 Drama

Tomek's quest to impress a girl leads him into a dangerous world of exploitation and self-discovery.

Ballroom Rules

2012 Documentary, Drama

A dedicated group of Australian ballroom dancers confronts homophobia and personal drama on their journey to compete at the prestigious Gay Games in Germany.

A Second Chance

2012 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Laurent and André rediscover their love after years apart, deciding to give their relationship a second chance during a transformative weekend together.

SHORT FILM

Hedon

2019 Drama, Romance

Seeking to reclaim a long-forgotten emotion, Fynn immerses himself in the nocturnal escapades. As dawn breaks and he encounters young Tom, he confronts a haunting question: does he still control his own being?

SHORT FILM

Pyotr495

2016 Horror, Thriller

Set one evening in present-day Moscow, 16 year-old Pyotr is baited by an ultra-nationalist group known for their violent abductions and attacks bolstered by Russia's LGBT propaganda law, but Pyotr has a dangerous secret.

Shed My Skin

2015 Drama

Milan, discovering his homosexuality, faces familial and personal turmoil as he embraces his true self, navigating the complexities of acceptance and identity.

Family Commitments

2015 Comedy, Romance

David and Khaled, a gay couple, navigate family tensions and personal challenges while striving for a public marriage, grappling with cultural and personal obstacles in their quest for happiness.

Chronic

2017 Drama

Omar, a photographer in Beirut, explores themes of love and trauma through intimate photo sessions, capturing the complexities of connection in the vibrant yet troubled city.

Berlin Drifters

2017 Drama, Romance

Ryota travels to Berlin seeking a long-term relationship with a man he met online. Rejected, he finds solace with a lonely Japanese man, exploring love amidst cultural and emotional landscapes.

The Nomi Song

2004 Documentary, Musical

Klaus Nomi, a unique figure in 1980s rock music, blends opera and pop, captivating audiences but facing the pitfalls of fame, friendship, and betrayal in the New Wave scene.

Unspoken

2024 Drama

On the verge of signing with an independent music label, 30 year old musician Seweryn appears to have his future within reach. But after a concert, he becomes the victim of a brutal sexual assault by a wealthy businessman, forcing him to confront the devastating impact the attack has on his life.

SHORT FILM

Deed Poll

2004 Drama, Thriller

Two addict siblings from a wealthy family murder a man to create playing cards from his skin.

SHORT FILM

Thank You

2016 Drama

“Are you always this quiet?” he asks, looking at him through the mirror. There’s something mad about his smile and his picturesque moustache. What is he hiding? Those pictures of him, aren’t they a little macabre? Mmmm… maybe best not to think. He’s here now, and he’s who I want.

Miguel’s War

2021 Documentary

A gay man confronts the ghosts of his past and explores hidden longings, unrequited love and tormenting feelings of guilt.

Brummi

2020 Drama

A chamber play-like reflection explores the lives of two men through banned DEFA films from the 1960s, delving into themes of independence and personal expression beyond mainstream conventions and funding constraints.

Avalon

2020 Documentary

Directors compile a lengthy film from intimate tapes, chronicling a relationship deteriorating into isolation over six years.

The Third Sex (Bewildered Youth)

1957 Drama

Klaus, a young man in post-war Berlin, is drawn to his friend Manfred and, with encouragement from Dr. Winkler, explores the underground gay club scene and electronic music. As his family discovers his secret life, they do everything they can to change him.

COMING SOON

Interior

2025 Mystery, Thriller

Kasimir sneaks into strangers' homes hidden inside a sofa, secretly filming their private lives for the mysterious Dr. Liebermann. But when Kasimir breaks the rules to protect someone he has grown to care about, he becomes the doctor's next target.

German Gay Movies & Short Films

All German Gay Films

An Unfinished Film

Night Out

Wet Hair

Flamingo Pride

We

No Dogs Allowed

Talk Straight: The World of Rural Queers

Cycles of Porn: Sex/Life in L.A., Part 2

My Brother

Piggies

Ballroom Rules

A Second Chance

Hedon

Pyotr495

Shed My Skin

Family Commitments

Chronic

Berlin Drifters

The Nomi Song

Unspoken

Deed Poll

Thank You

Miguel’s War

Brummi

Avalon

The Third Sex (Bewildered Youth)

Interior

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