European Gay Movies & Short Films

Mr. Right

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Intertwines the lives of Harry, Alex, William, Lawrence, Lars, and Tom in New York City, exploring their pursuit of love and identity amidst personal and professional challenges.

On the Go

2023 Comedy, Drama

Milagros embraces her carefree youth in the final years of her fertility, while Jonathan turns to Grindr to cope with abandonment issues. Their journey unfolds like a delirious road movie filled with music, guided by a mysterious mermaid who steers their course.

I Am Jonas

2018 Drama, Mystery, Romance

At 14, Jonas meets Nathan, a captivating yet enigmatic young man who helps him navigate the confusion and challenges of discovering his sexuality. But as their connection deepens, Jonas begins to uncover a troubling and dangerous side to his new companion. Years later, now confident and self assured, Jonas remains haunted by the events of that formative encounter.

A Bigger Splash

1973 Documentary, Drama

Semi-fictionalized documentary biopic of British artist David Hockney. After a difficult break-up, Hockney is left unable to paint, much to the concern of his friends. Titled after Hockney's pop-art painting 'A Bigger Splash'.

SHORT FILM

Été

2017 Drama, Musical

Set in Herefordshire, Été follows a young sheep shearer whose attraction to a colleague unravels against a backdrop of idyllic landscapes and vintage French rock.

SHORT FILM

The Future

2020 Comedy

A passionate nighttime encounter takes a mystical turn with a psychic revealing intertwined futures.

Brüno

2009 Comedy

Flamboyant Austrian personality Brüno embarks on a quest for renewed fame and recognition in America.

SHORT FILM

Waves (Bølgene)

1998 Comedy

The evolving relationship between two teenagers, blurs the lines between love and friendship as they navigate the complexities of youthful emotions and self-discovery.

SHORT FILM

Young Diego

2021 Drama

Explores interpersonal relationships and human desire through a haunting atmosphere and open narrative.

David’s Birthday

2009 Drama, Mystery, Romance

Forbidden feelings arise during a summer beach vacation, stirring unexpected desires and tensions between two couples and their grown son, exploring the complexities of love and temptation.

Spring Fever

2009 Drama

Luo Haitao, hired to spy, becomes entangled in an affair that tests the limits of secrecy and desire.

Gods and Monsters

1998 Drama

Academy Award winner James Whale, acclaimed creator of the Frankenstein movies, begins an unlikely friendship with his handsome gardener.

SHORT FILM

StandUp

2012 Drama

A dead boy wanted to be a comedian. His father, a judge, sentences himself to step into his son's shoes, but they're secret shoes.

SHORT FILM

Godspeed

2024 Drama

An introspective exploration of memory, love, and closure between two lovers.

BARE – The Beginning

2023 Romance

While his parents separate, Peter is sent to St. Cecilia Catholic Boarding School. There, he meets Jason, a fellow student and his new roommate. Their initial encounters are fraught with friction, but over time, they develop a deep bond.

Seeing Heaven

2010 Drama, Thriller

Paul, plagued by cryptic dreams, embarks on a dark journey searching for his twin brother, risking self-destruction as he uncovers his true past.

SHORT FILM

Ecstasy Homosexuality

2024 Musical

As Karma recovers from a recent breakup, he joins his best friend on a weekend getaway, where he unexpectedly finds new love amidst the vibrant company of Ricci and his friends.

School’s Out

2018 Drama, Mystery, Thriller

A substitute teacher is put in charge of a class of future geniuses after their teacher commits suicide.

SHORT FILM

Notti bianche

2021 Drama, Romance

Inspired by Dostoyevsky's 'White Nights', two young men are thrust together by chance when one must vacate his apartment and the other desires to move in, testing their boundaries.

L’amour fou

2010 Documentary

Delves into the complex relationship between iconic fashion designer Yves Saint-Laurent and his partner Pierre Berge, exploring love amidst creativity.

SHORT FILM

Beautiful Alexander

2019 Romance

Insecure teenager Alexander confronts his feelings for a boy on a diving board, embarking on a cautious dance towards each other's hearts.

Alex and Leo

2010 Comedy, Romance

Leo, a mid-30s advertising executive, falls for Alex, who has just ended a long-term relationship. While Alex is unsure about Leo's advances, Leo grapples with Alex's eccentric group of friends.

SHORT FILM

No Man Is an Island

2025 Documentary, Drama

Combining dramatic re-enactments with restored archival footage, the film explores the painful consequences of public humiliation in a tight-knit island community. As fear spreads over the upcoming changes to laws around gay relationships, the media steps in as an unofficial enforcer, pressuring men to hide their identities even beyond the reach of the courts.

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.

Jitters

2010 Drama, Romance

A 16-year-old Icelandic boy experiences "jitters" after his first kiss with another boy, navigating adolescence amidst familial challenges and peer dynamics.

Loose Cannons

2010 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A return home to a traditional Italian family prompts a life-altering confession derailed by familial turmoil.

SHORT FILM

Fauve

2021 Drama

Léo's world shifts with the arrival of new student Mathis and a pivotal family revelation, challenging his views on love, friendship, and his acting future.

European Gay Movies & Short Films

Mr. Right

On the Go

I Am Jonas

A Bigger Splash

Été

The Future

Brüno

Waves (Bølgene)

Young Diego

David’s Birthday

Spring Fever

Gods and Monsters

StandUp

Godspeed

BARE – The Beginning

Seeing Heaven

Ecstasy Homosexuality

School’s Out

Notti bianche

L’amour fou

Beautiful Alexander

Alex and Leo

No Man Is an Island

Jean Fell in Love

Jitters

Loose Cannons

Fauve

European Gay Film Collections

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