Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

Truth or Dare

2024 Documentary

An intimate perspective in the discourse about gender diversity and sex-positivity.

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Law and Order

2012 Documentary

Two naked elderly gay men talking about their relationship and the good old days, and chatting in a refreshingly candid manner about their fetishes, sadomasochistic predilections and bondage.

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I Am That I Am

2022 Documentary

For them, intimacy is more than physical desire - it is a path toward self-discovery, freedom, and empowerment. By letting go of fear and judgment, they embrace vulnerability as a way to explore their identities and build a deeper connection with themselves and one another.

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The Naked-Boy Business: Part 2

2011 Comedy, Documentary

A dream-like confession set to music - two wrestlers, kicked off their team for posing nude, bare their souls and brave the consequences.

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Mates

2011 Documentary

Delves into the anonymous world of online intimacy and fleeting encounters, exploring modern-day connections and vulnerabilities in a hyper-connected society.

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Our Gay Brothers

1993 Documentary

Three gay men discuss the challenges and mysteries of the female geography, as the filmmaker makes counterpoint with a series of images from archival and educational movies.

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The Naked Body

2015 Documentary, Drama

Documents how people relate to nudity and their own body, meanwhile behind the scenes the director gets involved with one of the subjects.

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Julian

2012 Documentary

Blending a Portuguese road-trip with a summer love story. Julian embodies the "noble savage" of Rousseau, exploring nature and myth as he navigates his journey.

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Bankers

2012 Documentary

A hidden camera captures silent, choreographed sexual encounters between bankers in a public restroom during their lunch break, exploring desire and secrecy in a confined space.

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Gingers

2013 Documentary

Explores the lives of gay redheads across Ireland, Israel, and Brazil, celebrating their unique genetic and cultural identities in a world that often marginalizes them.

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Pix

2014 Documentary

Thousands of faceless selfies come together to depict the contemporary gay experience, questioning whether online dating fosters connection or isolation in the pursuit of desire.

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Limanakia

2014 Documentary

Set at a rocky beach near Athens, Limanakia offers a surrealistic glimpse into Greek homoeroticism, where men revel in sensuality amidst stunning natural beauty.

Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders

2026 Documentary

Peels back the layers of controversy surrounding the making of the 1980 thriller, "Cruising." The film triggered fierce protests from the LGBTQ+ community for its portrayal of a serial killer targeting gay men in New York's leather bars. Friedkin drew inspiration from the brutal murder of Variety reporter Addison Verrill, blurring the boundaries between cinematic fiction and real-life tragedy.

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Talk Straight, Duda

2024 Documentary

A gay filmmaker seeks advice from the queer community before coming face to face with his father about their painful past, grappling with the question: why is it so hard for us to connect?

Deep in Vogue

2019 Documentary

Celebrates the colorful, queer, emotional and political stories of Northern Vogue and its people. Synonymous with the black, gay ballrooms of 1980s New York this documentary asks why we need Vogue in Manchester now more than ever.

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Vibrations

2025 Documentary, Drama

Dives into the nuances of alternative pornography, challenging stigmas and revealing how desire, identity, and the politics of the body intertwine both on screen and in life.

The Butch Factor

2009 Documentary

A multicultural examination of modern gay male society, exploring how masculinity is defined, accepted, and expanded.

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Victor’s Body

2020 Documentary

A baby is born, but does not cry. A body screams and is not heard. Paints that run in a promised future do not reach a person with a disability. Victor makes himself the canvas in a universe of absent painters.

The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom

2018 Documentary

Focuses on major events and watershed moments in LGBTQ history with never-before-seen archival footage and engaging interviews.

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A Moffie Called Simon

1987 Documentary

A collage of found footage from different media presenting the case of Simon Nkodi, a black gay activist and student leader in South Africa, who had been in jail for two years when the film was produced. Exploring the connections between anti-apartheid struggles and gay liberation, A Moffie Called Simon is based on letters from Nkodi to his lover, Ray, a Canadian gay journalist.

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Andy

1998 Documentary

An attractive young man pleasures himself in his living room while a disembodied voice describes the decor.

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Prisoner of Society

2018 Documentary

Adelina, a young trans woman, has her freedom and identity suffocated by the traditional expectations of her parents and a conservative society.

Strike a Pose

2016 Documentary, Musical

What does it take to express yourself? The surprising and moving story of Madonna's most famous troupe of dancers.

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Sweetheart Dancers

2019 Documentary

Sean and Adrian, a Two-Spirit couple, are determined to rewrite the rules of Native American culture through their participation in the 'Sweetheart Dance.' This celebratory contest is held at powwows across the country, primarily for men and women couples, until now.

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A Fine Girl

2020 Documentary

An optimistic portrait of Brandi, a thriving Black transgender woman in the Deep South. As she works to open a luxury salon, her various communities support her in inspiring ways.

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Beakman & Jok

2021 Documentary

Explores the complex and fascinating life of Bay Area artist, leather man, AIDS activist, and renowned children's science educator Jok Church. Church revolutionized children's science education through his internationally syndicated comic strip, bestselling children's books, and the hit TV show Beakman's World.

The Fall of ’55

2006 Documentary

In 1955 and 1956, Boise, Idaho was swept up in a moral panic after three men were arrested for having sex with teenage boys. Although investigators claimed a vast child sex ring existed, none was ever found. The investigation charged 16 men, drew national attention, and left lasting scars on the community.

Gay Documentary Movies & Short Films

All Gay Documentary Films

Truth or Dare

Law and Order

I Am That I Am

The Naked-Boy Business: Part 2

Mates

Our Gay Brothers

The Naked Body

Julian

Bankers

Gingers

Pix

Limanakia

Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders

Talk Straight, Duda

Deep in Vogue

Vibrations

The Butch Factor

Victor’s Body

The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom

A Moffie Called Simon

Andy

Prisoner of Society

Strike a Pose

Sweetheart Dancers

A Fine Girl

Beakman & Jok

The Fall of ’55

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