Gay Films about Bullying - Gay Films Matter

Love of Siam

2007 Drama, Mystery, Romance

Childhood friends separated by tragedy reunite as teenagers, discovering unexpected feelings as one of them becomes a pop singer, navigating newfound emotions amidst fame and personal growth.

Saturday Church

2017 Drama, Fantasy, Musical

A 14-year-old boy, navigating the complexities of gender identity and grappling with religious beliefs, discovers solace and passion through the realm of fantasy, offering an escape from his inner-city life.

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Ruben

2012 Drama, Romance

Ruben is in search of his sexuality and experiences harassment and violence along the way.

Boy Undone

2017 Drama, Thriller

Two young men piece together a night of fragmented memories from a club, navigating unreliable truths.

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2016 Drama

Tim, a reserved 16-year-old athlete with remarkable brilliance and talent, finds himself teetering on the edge as the pressure mounts, pushing him to the brink where human limits blur into the point of no return.

Holiday

2014 Drama

Set in chaotic turn-of-the-millennium Ecuador, a young man grapples with newfound emotions for Juano after a life-changing rescue, navigating turbulent times and personal turmoil.

Una noche

2012 Drama, Romance

In Havana, Raul dreams of escaping to Miami but faces accusations that threaten his future. With the help of Elio, they embark on a risky journey across the ocean, testing their resolve against formidable odds.

Freak Show

2017 Comedy, Drama

Billy Bloom, navigating an ultra-conservative high school, challenges societal norms by running for homecoming queen, embracing his identity and sparking change.

The Snowtown Murders

2011 Drama, Mystery

Based on true events, 16-year-old Jamie's involvement with his mother's boyfriend leads to a spree of torture and murder, exploring dark relationships.

In the Name Of

2013 Drama, Thriller

Adam, a conflicted priest, grapples with desire and faith when he tries to help a troubled teen, confronting suppressed emotions.

Take Me to the River

2015 Drama

A Californian teen's plan to come out at his family reunion in Nebraska goes awry when he becomes an unwitting suspect in an abuse case.

XXY

2007 Drama, Romance

A 15-year-old intersex person and their family confront the challenges of their medical condition.

The Consequence

1977 Drama, Romance

Thomas, the son of a prison warden, falls in love with inmate Martin. After Martin's release, they attempt to build a life together, but face constant interference from others.

You Are Not Alone

1978 Drama, Romance

Two precocious boys navigate their budding sexuality at a boarding school, testing boundaries and discovering themselves.

Friends Forever

1986 Drama

Sixteen-year-old Kristian struggles to adjust to his new school in Copenhagen. He befriends two very different boys: nonconformist Henrik and bullying clique leader Patrick, who Kristian discovers is gay.

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Two Little Boys

2020 Drama

A boy's infatuation with his closeted bully leads him down an unconventional path of confession and its repercussions.

Jet Boy

2001 Drama

A dealer finds an unexpected companion in a runaway kid evading social services.

Dorian Blues

2004 Comedy, Drama, Romance

High school senior Dorian embarks on a journey of self-discovery as he comes out as gay, grappling with his father's disapproval.

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Time for Love

2018 Drama

A park and the homophobia that hides in every person on it.

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All the Young Dudes

2020 Drama

Georgia, 1973. Billy embraces British glam rock with vivid style, provoking tension in school.

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The Newman Shower

2001 Comedy

Zach's summer at Camp Colman is marked by secrets and challenges, navigating friendships and his own identity in a coming-of-age story set in the 1990s.

Schoolboy Crush

2007 Drama

A cat-and-mouse game unfolds within the walls of an all-boys' preparatory school.

Were the World Mine

2008 Comedy, Fantasy, Musical, Romance

A bullied gay student at an all-boys school uses a magical flower from Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' to turn people gay, including a rugby player he fancies.

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Snap

2018 Comedy, Drama

A couple of teenagers send a photo to a teammate in the locker room. When the image is discovered, the culprits face humiliation.

Outrage

2009 Documentary

An indictment of closeted politicians lobbying anti-gay legislation unfolds in the U.S.

I Am Jonas

2018 Drama, Mystery, Romance

At 14, Jonas meets Nathan, a captivating yet enigmatic young man who helps him navigate the confusion and challenges of discovering his sexuality. But as their connection deepens, Jonas begins to uncover a troubling and dangerous side to his new companion. Years later, now confident and self assured, Jonas remains haunted by the events of that formative encounter.

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Fishbelly White

1998 Comedy, Drama

A rural gay man begins exploring his sexuality under a bridge with a supportive friend.