2017 Gay Movies & Short Films

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Savage Fire

2017 Comedy

The city of Cajamar in São Paulo, is a place of machines, dust roads and rodeo parties.

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Boyfriend

2017 Drama, Romance

After a small mix up in a cafe, two young men strike an easy spark that quickly turns romantic. But one of them is carrying a secret that could change everything they have just begun.

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After Dawn

2017 Drama

Pawel is absolutely positive that separation has completely dampened his feelings for the young man he was in love with. But when he finds an unexpected visitor at home one rainy afternoon, it turns out it might all have been a little different.

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Love You Thank You

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lance wrestles with memories both sweet and bitter from his past romance as he contemplates whether to meet his ex-boyfriend, Adam, later that evening.

My Life with James Dean

2017 Comedy, Drama

Still pining for his ex-boyfriend, Géraud has come to a French seaside town to present his new experimental film, but the only person keen on seeing it is the cinema’s underage projectionist who becomes smitten with the handsome director.

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Jermaine and Elsie

2017 Drama

An unlikely friendship between a racist elderly invalid and her black ambiguous carer.

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August (Août)

2017 Drama

Louis, who oscillates between childhood and adulthood, goes to the south of France to his best friend Roxane. Summer will take him on a mysterious fascination with a young man he met at a party.

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One Night Only

2017 Drama

When best friends Tyler and Erica crash a party to check out cute guy Theo - Tyler's swipe-right date for the evening, everything points towards a successful hook-up. But once Erica's out of the picture and Tyler and Theo are alone in the bedroom, Tyler has to decide just how far he's willing to go, and with whom.

The Taste of Betel Nut

2017 Drama

In a coastal town, Li Qi, Ren Yu, and Bai Ling embark on a journey of self-discovery, challenging societal norms and exploring their sexuality. But a shocking event shakes their world, leaving a lasting impact.

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In the Paint

2017 Drama, Romance

Before entering the NBA Draft, Kollin faces a pivotal decision that could shape the entire trajectory of his professional career.

Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

2017 Documentary

The untold story of Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, who chronicled his years as a matchmaker for the stars in his bestselling memoir.

Hello Again

2017 Drama, Musical, Romance

Ten individuals intertwine in a complex exploration of love's intricate dance, experiencing its joys and sorrows through interconnected relationships.

A Closer Walk with Thee

2017 Drama, Horror

An unconventional Evangelical exorcism film explores gay themes amidst spiritual turmoil and personal discovery.

The Revival

2017 Drama, Romance

The clandestine romance between a southern Baptist preacher and a wandering youth disrupts the harmony of a burgeoning church community.

After Louie

2017 Drama, Romance

Exploring the contradictions of modern gay life and history, Sam is a man desperate to understand how he and his community got to where they are today.

Hooked

2017 Drama

Jack, a homeless night worker, navigates a violent world across New York City and Miami in search of a better life with his boyfriend Tom, facing dangerous challenges along the way.

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Foreign Lovers

2017 Romance

In the bustling streets of New York City, fate brings together a solitary native New Yorker with an enigmatic stranger from afar, setting off unexpected sparks. Their encounter becomes a poignant exploration of life and love in an era dominated by digital connections.

Strapped for Danger

2017 Comedy

Three male strippers on the run from a homophobic cop take refuge in a frat house, inadvertently setting off a chain of comedic mishaps and unexpected revelations as they evade capture.

A Moment in the Reeds

2017 Drama, Romance

A young Finnish man returns home for the summer to assist in renovating his father's lake house. There, he forms a deep friendship with Tareq, a Syrian asylum seeker who has recently arrived, and the two forge a strong bond over the course of the season.

Final Portrait

2017 Comedy, Drama

The life and work of Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti unfold, exploring his artistic journey and personal struggles.

B&B

2017 Thriller

Londoners Marc and Fred plan a provocative weekend that escalates when a mysterious guest arrives, triggering unexpected and deadly consequences.

Oasis

2017 Drama

Two friends set off on a tropical adventure with a mission to lay their past to rest.

A Place to Be

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Tells the love story of Abel and Diego against the backdrop of a flawed U.S. immigration system. Their bond is tested when Diego's immigration status is revealed amid personal tragedy.

Something Like Summer

2017 Drama, Musical, Romance

Ben and Tim navigate their secret high school romance as it evolves into a complex friendship in adulthood.

Screwed

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Follows Miku and Elias, two 17-year-olds discovering love and themselves during a transformative summer in the Finnish countryside.

Tom of Finland

2017 Drama

Portrays the life and impact of artist Touko Valio Laaksonen, celebrating his influence on 20th-century gay culture through art and personal freedom.

Guilty Prejudices

2017 Drama

A young gay man is accused of stabbing his boyfriend and is detained by a homophobic police department. Amidst the bias, a compassionate detective takes it upon himself to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Gay Films from 2017

Savage Fire

Boyfriend

After Dawn

Love You Thank You

My Life with James Dean

Jermaine and Elsie

August (Août)

One Night Only

The Taste of Betel Nut

In the Paint

Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

Hello Again

A Closer Walk with Thee

The Revival

After Louie

Hooked

Foreign Lovers

Strapped for Danger

A Moment in the Reeds

Final Portrait

B&B

Oasis

A Place to Be

Something Like Summer

Screwed

Tom of Finland

Guilty Prejudices

2017 Collections

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