Biographical Gay Films - Gay Films Matter

Yves Saint Laurent

2014 Drama

Explore the early career of French designer Yves Saint-Laurent, beginning in 1958 when he meets his lover and business partner, Pierre Bergé.

I Am Michael

2015 Drama, Romance

Based on true events, the film explores Michael Glatze's journey from gay activist to Christian pastor after embracing a heterosexual identity.

Fulboy

2015 Documentary

Tomás, a football player, lets his brother Martín film his life off the field, exposing vulnerability and post-game realities. Fulboy delves into the intimate lives of athletes and the impact of sports fame.

Endless Poetry

2016 Drama, Fantasy

Surrealist filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky reflects on his youth in Chile, embracing poetry and artistic liberation amidst a circle of fellow artists.

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.

Final Portrait

2017 Comedy, Drama

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

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.

The Death and Life of John F. Donovan

2018 Drama

A young actor reflects on the correspondence with a deceased television star, exploring their unique bond and its lasting impact.

Benjamin

2018 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A promising young filmmaker grapples with emotional upheaval sparked by a blossoming romance and the looming premiere of his highly anticipated second film.

The Happy Prince

2018 Drama

An untold glimpse into Oscar Wilde's final days, as he humorously observes his own tragic circumstances with ironic detachment.

Rocketman

2019 Drama, Musical

This musical fantasy chronicles Elton John's breakthrough years, from his prodigious talent at the Royal Academy of Music to his enduring partnership with Bernie Taupin, capturing the highs and lows of his transformative journey in the music industry.

Bitter Years

2019 Drama

Based on the life of Mario Mieli, a pivotal figure in Italy's 1970s gay rights movement.

Green Book

2018 Comedy, Drama, Musical

A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver for an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South.

Pain and Glory

2019 Drama

A film director contemplates the life-altering decisions he's made as the weight of his past and present collide.

Joe Bell

2020 Drama

A working-class father embarks on a nationwide walk against bullying after his son's ordeal, grappling with his absence from home and striving for redemption.

SHORT FILM

Baby Lies Truthfully

2020 Documentary, Drama

It's 1987. David Robilliard is a young artist and writer in London. His work is raw as it is refreshing. It's coarse but laceratingly clever exploring everything from dating and sex to depression and loss.

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Latin Blood: The Ballad of Ney Matogrosso

2025 Drama, Musical

From a repressive childhood to artistic revolution, Ney Matogrosso transforms Brazil's stages - and himself - through music, creativity and inner fire.

COMING SOON

My Brother’s Killer

2026 Documentary

The murder of gay adult film performer Billy London shocked West Hollywood and remained unsolved for 33 years. What begins as a documentary honoring his life soon becomes an investigation, as members of the community come together to uncover forgotten clues and search for the truth behind his killing.

Peter Hujar’s Day

2025 Drama

Conversation between photographer Peter Hujar and Linda Rosenkrantz from 1974 sheds light on New York's vibrant downtown art world and the introspective journey of an artist's life.

SHORT FILM

Decoding Alan Turing

2009 Documentary

The story of Alan Turing, the Cambridge mathematician whose groundbreaking work shaped modern computing and whose codebreaking at Bletchley Park helped defeat the Nazis. Hailed as a war hero yet later persecuted for his homosexuality, his life ended under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind both brilliance and tragedy.

Potato Dreams of America

2021 Comedy, Drama

The story centers on a young gay boy growing up in the Soviet Union, alongside his mother who is a mail-order bride. Together, they embark on a daring journey to escape to America.

Benediction

2021 Drama

The life of war poet Siegfried Sassoon unfolds through a quest for personal salvation amid family, war, writing, and destructive relationships, revealing the complexities of finding inner peace amidst external turmoil.

Only Andy

2024 Documentary

Adult content creator Andy Lee and his colleagues offer thoughtful perspectives on the adult entertainment industry, aiming to clarify a field that is often misunderstood.

All Our Fears

2021 Drama, Romance

After an unexpected tragedy, Daniel, a gay artist and activist who is also deeply religious, strives to unite the local community in mourning.

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The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel

2025 Documentary

Former British soccer star Tony Powell manages a dying Hollywood motel, reflecting on his solitary life and the path not taken.

Flee

2021 Animation, Documentary, Drama

A true tale of Amin, who stands on the threshold of marriage, compelled to unearth and confront his long-buried past for the very first time.