Gay Films with Asian Characters

Kambyo

2008 Drama

In the final summer before adulthood begins, cousins Macky and Manuel hit the road in search of Macky’s missing friend Philip. Along for the ride are their adventurous friend Xavier and his intriguing companion Aldo. As the journey unfolds, the group navigates new connections, unexpected emotions, and the challenges of discovering who they are and what they want from the future.

Pleasure Factory

2007 Drama

A series of intertwining tales involve “pleasure seekers and pleasure providers” during the course of one night in Geylang, Singapore’s red-light district.

An Eye for an Eye and a Hole for a Hole

2015 Comedy

Kenji, the young head of Kato yakuza organisation, just got out of the jail. He comes home and founds out the opposing Sawaki yakuza is invading Kato’s territory. Sawaki recruited Ikeyama and asked him to kill Kenji, but Ikeyama was Kenji’s lover who exchanged the cup of brothers in a jail.

The Ultimate Masturbation

2016 Comedy, Drama

A straight graduate student attends a secluded mountain retreat led by a self proclaimed "gay masturbation guru," where participants openly explore a wide range of masturbation techniques. After a traumatic assault by another attendee, his experience takes a dark turn, forcing him to question his beliefs, his boundaries, and the meaning of intimacy.

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Light

2021 Romance

Scarred by a painful past and forced into sex work, Light struggles to believe a different life is possible. Everything begins to change when he crosses paths with Shuo, an undercover police officer who offers him a safe place to stay. As trust slowly replaces fear, Light must decide whether he's ready to leave his past behind and embrace the chance for a new beginning.

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A Crimson Mark

2004 Drama, Romance

The clandestine romance between two Korean government officials is complicated by their divergent ranks, testing their loyalty to each other amidst the pressures of duty and desire.

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Henry

2008 Drama

An overweight gay Asian man masquerades as a woman to meet an attractive straight.

Lost to Shame

2017 Drama

An actor is cast as a trans woman in a new film. He faces an identity crisis when he begins preparing for the role.

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The Pink Mirror

2003 Comedy

A colorful and humorous peek into the hidden world of Indian homosexuality, challenging societal norms.

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Fly by Night

2011 Drama, Romance

A young man who lives in the big city with his brother spends his nights having encounters with other men for money. When one customer doesn't have enough money to pay, they arrange to meet the next night.

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Love is Not Easy to Have

2017 Romance

Childhood sweethearts Yu Hui and Cheng Yue rebel against their families' opposition to stay together.

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Just Friends?

2009 Drama, Musical, Romance

Seok visits his military boyfriend Min-soo, only to confront scrutiny from Min-soo's mother, challenging their relationship and perceptions of family acceptance.

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Scent

2009 Drama

A young man roams the city, seeking to capture the scent of his lost lover among the urban fragrances.

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Journey

2017 Documentary

An autobiographical video about identity and an investigation into issues of desire, lust, longing, and love.

I Love Dreamguyz

2009 Drama

About the struggles of Filipino dancers who want to make it big in Japan.

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After Sunset, Dawn Arrives

2022 Drama, Romance

A Chinese man finds peace and self-acceptance in his later years.

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Bowes Academy

2013 Comedy, Drama, Thriller

Bowes Academy grooms the next generation of closeted gay Republicans.

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The Kite

2016 Drama, Romance

A kite reunites two lovers after a 20-year separation, reigniting old passions amidst the winds of change.

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Remember Me Young

2015 Drama, Romance

Explores the complexities of relationships and societal norms through Ben and Sean's evolving friendship and love.

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You Can’t Curry Love

2009 Drama, Romance

A handsome South Asian from London visits India, falls for a local guy, encounters a transgender 'hijra', and discovers a country he thought he knew.

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Gentleman Spa

2019 Drama

Hao works as a cleaner at a gentlemen's spa. When a customer arrives, Hao seizes an opportunity to become a masseur.

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Jeremiah

2019 Drama, Horror

An Asian-American high school football player confronts his deepest fears after an encounter with a mysterious figure.

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Ultra Bleu

2016 Drama, Romance

Following a tumultuous breakup with his ex-boyfriend, Jim Park encounters a stranger whose presence forces him to confront deeper, underlying issues.

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Sextpert Advice

2019 Comedy

Albert navigates the complexities of modern dating through online interactions and emojis, receiving guidance from a seasoned professional to navigate new rules of romance and personal fulfillment in a digital age.

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As If You Whisper

2019 Romance

While busking, Beom-soo falls for his fan Hyun-woo, prompting him to confront his musical identity. Producer Hee-jin pushes Beom-soo towards commercial success, but his passion lies in creating meaningful music.

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Departure

2019 Drama

Tien and his ex-boyfriend Fan reunite in a Japanese bar to retrieve a passport, confronting their awkward past and realizing they can't return to what they once were.

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Chunni

2019 Comedy

Kuldeep's revelation about his profession threatens his marriage and relationship with his son Gurjant in this family drama.