Gay Films Featuring Brief Encounters

I Do

2012 Drama, Romance

A gay Brit facing deportation marries his lesbian best friend for legal status, but complications arise when he meets the love of his life, forcing him to confront impossible choices.

Kaboom

2010 Comedy, Sci-Fi

A college freshman experiences prophetic dreams that reveal a mysterious and unsettling truth about his classmates, thrusting him into a supernatural journey of self-discovery and revelation.

Pit Stop

2013 Drama, Romance

Gabe finds solace post-affair with his ex-wife and daughter, while Ernesto balances life with his live-in ex and a comatose ex-boyfriend, reflecting on love and isolation.

Like a Brother

2005 Drama, Romance

Sebastien, a small-town boy, moves to Paris to explore the gay nightlife. When a friend from home announces a visit, Sebastien must confront unrequited feelings.

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Paradigma

2016 Drama

Innocence, intimacy and desire converge to tell the story of Guille, a teenager who seeks himself through others.

The Delta

1996 Drama

In Memphis, a white teenager and a Vietnamese immigrant connect, discovering their differences and similarities.

Slash

2016 Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Neil's passion for Vanguard stories evolves when Julia encourages him to share his fan fiction online, opening doors to unexpected opportunities and personal growth.

The 10 Year Plan

2014 Comedy, Romance

Best friends face a pact's deadline, scrambling to find love and avoid becoming each other's last resort.

Dragonfly Boy

2021 Drama, Romance

At 21, Graham battles with his identity and who he loves. Amidst societal pressures and self-doubt, his journey of self-discovery and growth is influenced by those around him.

I’ll Love You Forever… Tonight

1992 Drama

Ethan, a young photographer in Los Angeles, confronts jealousy, commitment, and honesty during a getaway in Palm Springs, testing friendships and his own resilience.

Equation to an Unknown

1980 Drama, Romance

A young motorcyclist cruises the city - soccer games, cafes, the petrol station - having unsatisfying encounters with other lonely men.

Velvet Goldmine

1998 Drama, Musical

In 1984, British journalist Arthur Stuart investigates the career of 1970s glam superstar Brian Slade, who was heavily influenced by the rebellious American singer Curt Wild.

Head On

1998 Drama, Romance

A 19-year-old Greek Australian grapples with his sexuality, navigating awkward straight encounters and his personal desire.

Poster Boy

2004 Drama

With the help of an older acquaintance, the closeted son of a conservative U.S. Senator puts a shocking spin on his father's re-election campaign.

Straight-Jacket

2004 Comedy, Romance

In 1950s Hollywood, movie star Guy Stone must marry a studio secretary to conceal his homosexuality. Sally, unaware of the sham marriage, turns Guy's life upside-down as he falls in love.

Ethan Mao

2004 Drama, Thriller

Ethan Mao, kicked out for being gay, returns home on Thanksgiving, escalating into a hostage situation with his family.

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Clothes & Blow

2018 Comedy, Drama

Daniel juggles a hectic London life with introspection sparked by his visiting mother, questioning his authenticity along the way.

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Read Aloud

2015 Drama

A young gay video editor who dreams of performing is pushed into a new creative world by an online hookup.

A Four Letter Word

2007 Comedy, Romance

Serial dater Luke considers monogamy after meeting the confident Stephen. However, as he gets to know Stephen better, he wonders if he will face disappointment.

Barrio Boy

2022 Drama

In the macho world of Brooklyn, a Latin barber confronts unexpected emotions when he develops feelings for a captivating stranger during a scorching summer.

I Dreamt Under the Water

2008 Drama, Romance

A bisexual man's nocturnal journey through Paris opens doors to exploration and self-discovery in this engaging drama.

Dare

2009 Drama, Romance

In their final semester before graduation, Alexa, Ben, and Johnny push their boundaries and dive into uncharted experiences.

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Only Trumpets

2018 Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Longing for a touch the casual encounters section can not satisfy, Tristan, an outsider among outsiders, navigates sex and love in the digital age.

Eating Out: All You Can Eat

2009 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A gay online romance faces complications when one man hides behind the photo and identity of a straight man who has just returned to the area.

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Matinee Baby

2024 Comedy

Best friends Robby and Noah Lee, who work at Portland’s historic Clinton Street Theater, are suddenly surrounded by a stream of increasingly odd and unpredictable romantic prospects.

Leo’s Room

2009 Drama, Romance

Leo, grappling with his sexuality, reconnects with Caro, an old friend dealing with her own demons, impacting both their personal conflicts.

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After the Sky Turned Black

2012 Drama, Romance

After losing his sight in a bombing, Frankie West retreats from the world, leading his frustrated boyfriend Graham to leave. Months later, Frankie's reclusive life takes a darker turn as he pursues fleeting connections in his quest for solace.