Gay Romance Movies & Short Films

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L’étoile

2018 Romance

Despite their separation, two lovers meet under a tree, reflecting on their past and present feelings for each other.

Dragonfly Boy

2021 Drama, Romance

At 21, Graham battles with his identity and who he loves. Amidst societal pressures and self-doubt, his journey of self-discovery and growth is influenced by those around him.

Caravaggio

1986 Drama, Romance

A bold retelling of the 17th-century painter's life through his provocative paintings and flirtations with the underworld, exploring art, desire, and societal rebellion.

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My Mother’s Lovers

2020 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Luisa's habit of bringing dates home annoys her son Cesar, especially when Cesar's feelings for his best friend Pablo come to light during a sleepover, sparking tensions and revelations in their complex family dynamic.

Wish for Tomorrow

2014 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Follows Michael and James' secret love, facing tragedy and family turmoil as they navigate love, loss, and inequality in Sydney.

Poison

1991 Horror, Romance, Sci-Fi

A boy shoots his father and escapes through a window. In prison, a man falls in love with a fellow inmate. A doctor accidentally ingests an experimental serum, causing chaos.

The Living End

1992 Comedy, Mystery, Romance

HIV-positive Luke and Jon embark on a hedonistic journey that tests their limits.

Totally F***ed Up

1993 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Six queer teenagers confront various obstacles and discover themselves amidst the complexities of adolescence.

Threesome

1994 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Alex is mistakenly housed with two guys, Stuart and Eddy, in a college dorm. Despite initial problems, they become friends. Stuart likes Alex, Alex likes Eddy, and Eddy likes Stuart. Can this dynamic work?

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Trémulo

2015 Romance

Carlos and Julio share an intimate night that unfolds unexpectedly, knowing their time together is fleeting.

Green Plaid Shirt

1996 Drama, Romance

The relationship between two gay men and their friends is chronicled from the pre-AIDS era in 1977 through the epidemic in the late 1980s, all connected by a green plaid shirt they found at a yard sale.

Lilies

1996 Fantasy, Mystery, Romance

A bishop's visit to a prison for a confession turns into a reflection on past love and betrayal through an unexpected play by the inmates.

Regular Guys

1996 Comedy, Romance

Christoph, a macho cop, confronts his sexuality and role while living with Edgar, a gay mechanic, amid personal and professional challenges.

I Love You More

2023 Drama, Romance

Ben risks family and dreams for an unknown boy he's never met, driven by the desperate need for love.

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The Same Is Not the Same

2015 Drama, Romance

After witnessing his mother's criticism of a homosexual relationship on TV, a young man decides to come out, challenging familial expectations and his own identity.

Story of a Bad Boy

1999 Comedy, Drama, Musical, Romance

Seventeen-year-old Pauly is a closeted high school kid with big dreams. His dad wants him to make the track team, his mom wants him to excel in the band, and Pauly just wants to get closer to the new student teacher.

All the Rage

1997 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Humorously critiques Christopher Bedford's quest for perfection and romance, highlighting his obliviousness to personal shortcomings.

In & Out

1997 Comedy, Romance

After a former student's remark at the Academy Awards, a midwestern teacher embarks on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance, questioning his sexuality and navigating societal expectations.

Equation to an Unknown

1980 Drama, Romance

A young motorcyclist cruises the city - soccer games, cafes, the petrol station - having unsatisfying encounters with other lonely men.

In the Grayscale

2015 Drama, Romance

Bruno, an architect, is hired to build an iconic landmark and finds unexpected romance with Fer, a gay history teacher.

The Hanging Garden

1997 Drama, Romance

William, once an obese and depressed adolescent, moves to the city and comes out as gay. When he returns home, he struggles to cope with his past memories.

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My Best Friend

2018 Drama, Romance

Two teenage best friends share a quiet, intimate moment, knowing everything is about to change.

Edge of Seventeen

1998 Comedy, Drama, Romance

On the last day of school in 1984, a teenager navigates the complexities of being gay while cherishing moments with friends, reflecting on growth and acceptance.

Head On

1998 Drama, Romance

A 19-year-old Greek Australian grapples with his sexuality, navigating awkward straight encounters and his personal desire.

Fögi Is a Bastard

1998 Drama, Romance

Beni falls for Fögi, an older, self-absorbed lead singer of a rock band. He follows him into a toxic downward spiral.

Speedway Junky

1999 Drama, Romance

Johnny's aspirations of becoming a stock car racer lead him to a world of hustlers and unexpected connections in Vegas.

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Please Tell Me So

2021 Romance

While working at a coffee shop, Yoo Kyum is captivated by a handsome customer named Seung Woo, whose appearance and demeanor match his ideal.

Gay Romance Movies & Short Films

All Gay Romance Films

L’étoile

Dragonfly Boy

Caravaggio

My Mother’s Lovers

Wish for Tomorrow

Poison

The Living End

Totally F***ed Up

Threesome

Trémulo

Green Plaid Shirt

Lilies

Regular Guys

I Love You More

The Same Is Not the Same

Story of a Bad Boy

All the Rage

In & Out

Equation to an Unknown

In the Grayscale

The Hanging Garden

My Best Friend

Edge of Seventeen

Head On

Fögi Is a Bastard

Speedway Junky

Please Tell Me So

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