2018 Gay Movies & Short Films

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Banana

2018 Drama

An Asian-Canadian gay man struggles to navigate the online dating scene while concealing feelings for his best friend.

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Just Me

2018 Drama

Scott gets a visit from Connor which brings his past back to haunt him, but will it change his future?

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Breaking and Entering

2018 Comedy, Drama

Imad, a young Arab man from a poor neighborhood, sneaks into the home of Angel, a wealthy boy he met on a dating app. When Angel's parents return unexpectedly, he frantically hides Imad - desperate to keep his sexuality a secret.

Genesis

2018 Drama

Three teenagers are shaken up by their first loves in the turmoil of their youth. At a time when others are conforming, they stand their ground and assert their right to love and be free.

Golden Boy

2018 Drama

James is a young man who gambles on the dangers of being seen versus the life of desperation and invisibility. Saved from doomed nonexistence by a wealthy businessman with more going on than meets the eye, he is introduced to a world he is not ready to navigate.

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Two Words

2018 Drama

Grieving the loss of his wife, 64-year-old Gavin reveals a life-long lie to his daughter, embarking on a journey of self-realization and authenticity.

Cola de Mono

2018 Drama, Thriller

Borja celebrates Christmas 1986 with his mother and his brother Vicente, but the party will be organized according to the directives that his father left before he died.

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The PrEP Project

2018 Documentary, Drama

Sex education for the 21st century, taking the fear out of the HIV epidemic with fun and outrageous frankness.

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Kiem Holijanda

2018 Drama

Brothers Andi and Florist live in a poor and desolate village in Kosovo. By selling milk they earn just enough money to support the family. When Andi discovers a card of a Dutch adult performer, he needs a telephone to watch it. He is so obsessed with it, he doesn't notice his brother has chosen this day to say goodbye to him.

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Him

2018 Drama

Andri, a nervous teenager, conceals his true self, grappling with his sexuality under the shadow of his domineering father. As Andri prepares for his first date, he devises a cunning plan to finally unveil his hidden truth.

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Run(a)way Arab

2018 Drama

A drag performer has flashbacks of maternal memories and early gender transgressions.

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Pollux

2018 Drama

No summer camp this year for Vivian and Max because of the imminent closure of the factory where their parents are working. But Vivian has a plan to make money and allow them to go to the camp anyway. Accompanied by Tom, their childhood friend, they will run into a race against time.

The Harvesters

2018 Drama

In a community fixated on masculinity, Janno and Pieter navigate a complex brotherhood, challenging cultural norms and parental expectations.

Canary

2018 Drama, Musical

Drafted into the South African army during apartheid, a young soldier discovers romance amidst the military's traveling choir, confronting his suppressed sexuality.

A Nice Quiet Life

2018 Drama, Romance

Two college lovers face an uncertain future when one develops schizophrenia, testing their bond and challenging their dreams of a shared future.

Hot to Trot

2018 Documentary

Inside the world of same-sex competitive ballroom dance, four individuals navigate personal and societal challenges, showcasing the power of self-expression through dance.

Into the Mirror

2018 Drama, Thriller

Daniel, exploring his identity in London's drag scene, discovers a transformative new life at the 'Lost & Found' nightclub, where he embraces his true self with the support of his co-workers and newfound community.

Postcards from London

2018 Drama

A young man's exploration into an unconventional realm of night working, unfolding within a fantastical interpretation of London's Soho.

1985

2018 Drama

A young man, keeping his true self hidden, returns home for the holidays, grappling with how to share his challenging reality with his conservative family.

He Loves Me

2018 Drama, Romance

Two gay men, in a crumbling relationship, seek solace in nature. Can the wilderness reveal their true selves and heal their wounds, guiding them back to love and innocence despite their shared past of fear, loneliness, secrets, and mistakes?

The Breeding

2018 Drama, Thriller

An artist's fixation leads to profound and life-changing consequences.

You Should Meet My Son 2!

2018 Comedy

A devout mother is set on sabotaging her gay son's wedding, but her plot unravels when she unintentionally becomes friends with his fiancé and starts offering relationship advice.

The Ice King

2018 Documentary

A documentary portraying John Curry, a cultural icon in figure skating, showcasing his artistry and impact on the sport and LGBTQ+ visibility, including his struggles and triumphs.

We the Animals

2018 Drama

Siblings Manny, Joel, and Jonah navigate turbulent family dynamics, shaping their identities against the backdrop of love, dreams, and the challenges of adulthood.

Believer

2018 Documentary, Musical

Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons explores the treatment of LGBTQ+ members by the Mormon Church, driven by concern over Utah's rising teen suicide rates.

Cajun Mystery

2018 Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller

In New Orleans, a struggling private detective delves into the mysterious death of a voodoo practitioner, uncovering a supernatural puzzle that defies explanation.

Analysis Paralysis

2018 Comedy, Romance

Tyler battles to pursue Shane, embarking on a relationship filled with humorous missteps and anxiety-fueled scenarios.

Gay Films from 2018

Banana

Just Me

Breaking and Entering

Genesis

Golden Boy

Two Words

Cola de Mono

The PrEP Project

Kiem Holijanda

Him

Run(a)way Arab

Pollux

The Harvesters

Canary

A Nice Quiet Life

Hot to Trot

Into the Mirror

Postcards from London

1985

He Loves Me

The Breeding

You Should Meet My Son 2!

The Ice King

We the Animals

Believer

Cajun Mystery

Analysis Paralysis

2018 Collections

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