Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

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.

Continental

2013 Documentary

The story of Continental Baths, a renowned NYC gay establishment during the late 1960s to 1974, unfolds, highlighting its cultural significance and impact on the gay community.

The Campaign

2013 Documentary

Documentary following California's No-on-8 campaign defenders of same-sex marriage, weaving exclusive behind-the-scenes footage with a historical narrative of marriage equality since the 1950s.

Bad Ass Gays

2014 Documentary

Follows gay men breaking stereotypes in "manly" professions like boxing and NASCAR, sharing their personal journeys and challenges.

Gay Lives of Straight Guys

2014 Documentary

Explores how straight men are embracing traditionally "gay" professions and lifestyles, forging new friendships across divides and finding emotional liberation.

Mondo Homo 2: A Study of French Gay Porn in the ’70s

2014 Documentary

Explores the forgotten era of French gay cinema, featuring interviews with directors and actors from a pioneering time in the genre.

SHORT FILM

Vote Neil

2020 Documentary

Two gay Marine vets in Alabama battle their toughest mission: Election Week 2018. Neil Rafferty is a first time politician running to be the first openly gay man in the Alabama Legislature.

Hot Men Cold Dictatorships

2015 Documentary, Drama

Four young Hungarian men share their personal stories of oppression and resilience in a changing society for LGBT individuals.

Los posibles

2013 Documentary

A group of male dance students rehearse their contemporary choreography.

Out of Iraq

2016 Documentary

In 2004 Ramadi, an Iraqi translator and a soldier find unexpected love amidst war-torn chaos, defying the odds in the most unlikely of places.

Cherry’s in Season

2016 Documentary

Chronicles the storied history of Fire Island's iconic gay bar, intertwining tales of staff, owners, and patrons with the American Gay Rights Movement.

SHORT FILM

Win or Lose

2012 Documentary

When a discriminatory amendment threatens unconventional families in North Carolina, a photographer takes a stand with his camera to fight for equality.

The Lavender Scare

2017 Documentary

In the midst of the Cold War, President Dwight D. Eisenhower brands homosexuals as "security risks," triggering a decades-long witch hunt that devastates lives and propels an unlikely hero to the forefront of the modern LGBT rights movement.

Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story

2017 Documentary

The poignant tale of the pioneering footballer who bravely came out as gay while still active in the game.

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.

Silence Is a Falling Body

2017 Documentary, Drama

Agustina uncovers family secrets through her father's videotapes, delving into a tale of sexuality, activism, and personal discovery.

The Fruit Machine

2018 Documentary

The persecution of LGBTQ public servants and military personnel in Canada from the 1950s to the 1990s is explored, highlighting lives disrupted and careers destroyed by systemic discrimination.

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Marc by Sofia

2026 Documentary

An intimate, unconventional portrait of Marc Jacobs, crafted by Sofia Coppola to capture the genius and singular universe of the iconic American designer.

COMING SOON SHORT FILM

So Be It

2026 Animation, Documentary

Senior LGBT couples share their resilient love stories, reflecting on identity, aging, and love while offering younger generations inspiring role models.

COMING SOON SHORT FILM

Making It Fit

2026 Animation, Documentary

A look at the ways in which the members of the Queer community have been instinctively reinventing their grieving and celebration ceremonies for their late loved ones.

I Was Born This Way

2025 Documentary, Musical

A pioneering disco artist's 1977 anthem becomes a cultural milestone for LGBTQ+ music. Through interviews with music legends, the story unfolds of Archbishop Carl Bean's groundbreaking impact on queer representation in mainstream culture.

SHORT FILM

Homunculus

2025 Animation, Documentary

In a virtual world inspired by the codes of gay dating apps, the story follows the wanderings of a man in search of other men. Over the course of his travels, he will come to realise that people see him as an “Arab”: an ambiguous, virile and powerful entity both celebrated by white gay males and hated by the French police forces.

A House Is Not a Disco

2024 Documentary

Profiles the history and culture of Fire Island Pines, the beach resort community in New York which is one of the major meccas of LGBTQ culture in the United States.

SHORT FILM

Last Address

2010 Documentary

The homes of many artists living and working in the New York area who have died of AIDS-related illnesses between 1983 and 2007.

Assembly

2025 Documentary

Artist Rashaad Newsome converts an ex-military space into an artistic sanctuary exploring Black and queer identity. Features performances by dancers, musicians, poets and AI, focusing on resistance through art, vogue culture and healing.

SHORT FILM

Bichas

2016 Documentary

A collection of interviews of homosexual boys who are proud to be labeled Queers. They discuss the stigma behind the word and how they reacted to homophobic attacks.

Until Porn Do Us Part

2018 Documentary

Eulália grapples with her son's career as an adult performer, navigating personal values and societal expectations in an emotional quest for acceptance.

Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

All Gay Documentary Films

Ballroom Rules

Continental

The Campaign

Bad Ass Gays

Gay Lives of Straight Guys

Mondo Homo 2: A Study of French Gay Porn in the ’70s

Vote Neil

Hot Men Cold Dictatorships

Los posibles

Out of Iraq

Cherry’s in Season

Win or Lose

The Lavender Scare

Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story

The Nomi Song

Silence Is a Falling Body

The Fruit Machine

Marc by Sofia

So Be It

Making It Fit

I Was Born This Way

Homunculus

A House Is Not a Disco

Last Address

Assembly

Bichas

Until Porn Do Us Part

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