European Gay Movies & Short Films

Maybe… Maybe Not

1994 Comedy

Axel moves in with Norbert, a gay man, after being kicked out by his girlfriend.

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Departures

2025 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Benji encounters Jake at an airport gate, sensing attraction. Their relationship unfolds through Amsterdam trips and intimacy, revealing complex power dynamics.

You Can’t Escape Lithuania

2016 Drama

After his star actress, Indre, murders her mother, rich-kid filmmaker Romas plans her escape from Lithuania. His Mexican boyfriend Carlos helps them reluctantly. On the road, Romas begins shooting an improvised experimental film. As events take an unexpected turn, their secrets, memories and emotions make this journey wilder than any film Romas could have imagined.

Grimsey

2018 Drama

Bruno seeks Norberto, who disappeared to Iceland after their breakup. Local guide Arnau joins Bruno in Reykjavik, and their journey to the remote island of Grimsey becomes a cathartic search tinged with grief and discovery.

Pornomelancholia

2022 Drama

Lalo, a social media influencer, tantalizes his thousands of followers with intimate content.

Bohemian Rhapsody

2018 Drama, Musical

Delve into the journey of legendary rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, culminating in their iconic Live Aid performance in 1985.

Silence du léopard

2015 Drama

Mario's sudden death at a remote house triggers a surreal sequence of events where mutations and mysteries unfold among his friends.

Baby

2024 Drama

After his release from a youth correctional facility, Wellington becomes homeless in São Paulo. In an adult theater he meets Ronaldo, who teaches him survival skills on the streets. Their connection grows into a turbulent romance.

The Imitation Game

2014 Drama, Thriller

During WWII, Alan Turing, a brilliant mathematician, battles personal turmoil while leading efforts to crack the German Enigma code, a pivotal moment in history.

SHORT FILM

Beautiful Bitch

2010 Comedy

Cédric embarks on a journey across Paris prompted by a voicemail from his mother, navigating obstacles and reflections on his life as a night worker.

Charlatan

2020 Drama

The life of Jan Mikolasek, a Czech healer in the totalitarian fifties, unfolds as he uses intuition and plant knowledge to heal, against the backdrop of a turbulent historical period.

El Angel

2018 Drama

Carlos, a 17-year-old with an angelic face, conceals a darker side marked by thefts, deception, and even murder.

SHORT FILM

Putting on the Dish

2015 Comedy, Drama

In 1960s London, two gay men discuss life, love, and societal challenges in Polari, highlighting the struggles and camaraderie of the era.

Children

1976 Drama

A man reflects on his childhood of bullying, Catholic school, and the loss of his abusive father to illness, seeking understanding and closure amidst the ghosts of his past.

The Visitor

2011 Drama, Romance

Cibrâil, a contented policeman in Berlin with his girlfriend, faces life-altering shifts when her cousin visits, disrupting his sense of stability and identity.

SHORT FILM

I’m Not Gay

2020 Comedy

After recently breaking up with their girlfriends, Marko and David settle in to watch a movie, only to discover it contains gay scenes. As awkward reactions give way to honest questions, hidden desires, and relentless denial, the evening takes an unexpected turn that forces both young men to confront feelings they've spent far too long avoiding.

SHORT FILM

In a Moment

2019 Drama, Romance

Max's school life takes a turn when Leon encourages him to write a love song, challenging his understanding of love and friendship.

We Think the World of You

1988 Comedy

Johnny, a young man recently released from prison, entrusts his dog Evie to his former lover Frank. Upon his release, he faces challenges at home and considers giving up Evie to Frank.

Wandering Heart

2021 Drama

The story revolves around Santiago, a troubled father grappling with his own emotions, entangled in a tumultuous relationship with his teenage daughter who yearns to assert her independence.

SHORT FILM

Poof

2018 Drama

Eighteen-year-old Aaron feels trapped in a small town, working a job he despises. His life shifts dramatically when he meets Mike at a party and, despite initially denying his feelings, an unexpected kiss changes everything.

An Englishman in New York

2009 Drama

The later years of Quentin Crisp's life in New York City are explored, revealing his unique perspective and experiences.

Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed

2023 Documentary

Delves into the biography of renowned actor Rock Hudson, exploring Hollywood and LGBTQ+ identity. It examines his public persona as a "ladies' man" and contrasts it with his private life as a gay man.

Papi Chulo

2018 Comedy, Drama

A solitary TV weatherman finds an unexpected bond with a middle-aged migrant laborer from the Latino community

Hidden Kisses

2016 Drama

Nathan and Louis find their lives upended when a private moment is captured and shared online, testing their relationship and personal resilience in the face of adversity.

House of Boys

2009 Drama, Musical, Romance

Two young soulmates forge a bond while working in a male performance club, but their journey takes a tragic turn when one contracts AIDS.

SHORT FILM

Cruising

2016 Drama, Romance

Stani discovers his identity and sexuality in the wilderness far from the city, meeting Johannes at hidden grounds and embarking on a journey of self-discovery and love amidst nature's secluded landscapes.

SHORT FILM

A Sight on You

2018 Drama

Tim welcomes his brother Julio back after a year without seeing him. Their relationship begins to change after Tim makes a discovery in the middle of the night.

European Gay Movies & Short Films

Maybe… Maybe Not

Departures

You Can’t Escape Lithuania

Grimsey

Pornomelancholia

Bohemian Rhapsody

Silence du léopard

Baby

The Imitation Game

Beautiful Bitch

Charlatan

El Angel

Putting on the Dish

Children

The Visitor

I’m Not Gay

In a Moment

We Think the World of You

Wandering Heart

Poof

An Englishman in New York

Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed

Papi Chulo

Hidden Kisses

House of Boys

Cruising

A Sight on You

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