Coming-of-Age Gay Films - Gay Films Matter

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Kick the Can

2017 Comedy

During a game of their unique hide and seek, a group of teenagers find themselves paired up in hiding. One has a bold idea brewing, while the other harbors a secretive truth.

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My Uncle Mario

2004 Drama

A young boy's life changes when his uncle Mario visits unexpectedly, leading to transformative experiences during nighttime escapades, reshaping his perspective on life.

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Safe Journey

2000 Drama

The Kid, homeless and desperate, and The Man, grieving and losing his sight, are brought together by fate one windy autumn night, finding solace in each other's company.

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Three Summers

2006 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Jørgen and Thomas bond over shared secrets during annual summer dinners, developing an unexpected friendship over the years.

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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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At Ease

2010 Drama

After a young naval aviator is killed in action just days before leaving the military, his grieving partner arrives at the funeral, forcing the fallen soldier's father to confront a truth he never expected. As grief, prejudice, and honesty collide, both men are challenged to reconsider love, loss, and the cost of serving under a system that denied LGBTQ+ service members the freedom to live openly.

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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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Welcome to Life

2004 Drama

Bound by a promise to remain friends forever, two young boys set out on a journey that slowly transforms their bond, forcing them to leave the innocence of childhood behind.

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The Taste of the Other

2014 Drama

Julien tries to seduce Alan, a disinterested young man who takes these advances as an affront. Disoriented by a refusal he is not used to hearing, Julien throws himself into his addiction to sex but his mind is elsewhere.

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Friday’s Child

2010 Comedy

Rune, a 14-year-old suburban boy different from his peers, visits the docks after a fight with his dad. There, he meets Benjamin, slightly older and painting graffiti, sparking a curious friendship.

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The Queen

2010 Comedy, Drama

Bobby's prom weekend at his parents' dry cleaners takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the prom queen and her boyfriend.

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Sun in My Mouth

2010 Drama

A young man explores his sexual identity and seeks connection by confessing to an adult phone operator during a beach trip.

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Fucked

2011 Drama

Sixteen-year-old Son celebrates finishing exams at a gay nightclub with his best girlfriend, but finds himself in a life-altering situation spurred by the music and atmosphere.

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Catalina

2022 Drama

Childhood friends reunite for a weekend camping trip on Catalina Island, where old bonds are reignited and new revelations about identity and desire come to light.

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E vissero

2021 Comedy

Felice and Contento, two boys discovering a secret passion for each other, confront doubt about their familial relationship, raising provocative questions about love and identity in an attic-bound tale of forbidden desire.

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Fivesixths

2012 Drama

A disturbing game played by aimless boarding school boys. Following the death of their leader, Tim, the group engages in a ritual that turns into a night of sadistic twists and turns.

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Summer Vacation

2012 Drama, Romance

Amidst a family vacation by the sea, Yuval seeks escape from the idyllic island setting, yearning for something beyond the sun and waves.

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White Elephant

2007 Drama

Indifference has dire consequences for two teenage boys in a romantic relationship.

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Bowes Academy

2013 Comedy, Drama, Thriller

Bowes Academy grooms the next generation of closeted gay Republicans.

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Boys Are Emotional

2019 Drama

An intense and brutal evening between two long-time friends. Secrets will be revealed as they dance through the night between anger, humiliation and happiness.

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Aversion

2027 Horror

After a gay couple is bashed in 1963, Ryan's parents commit him to a mental hospital for aversion therapy to straighten him out. Once inside, Ryan realizes the hospital is infested with strange, faceless creatures that stalk the patients.

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Sacred Hearts, Holy Souls

2014 Comedy, Drama

At an all-boys Catholic boarding school, two misfit teens forge an unlikely alliance against bullies and traditional authority figures, navigating adolescence and rebellion.

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Cream Puff

2014 Comedy, Drama

Bryce, a closeted gay teen, confronts his sexuality when he meets Nathan, sparking a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

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Two Faces

2014 Drama

Jonathan, torn between his football career and his hidden sexuality, faces a critical decision that challenges his identity and future prospects.

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Caged

2013 Drama, Romance

How would you respond if you found out your best friend is gay?

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Peacock

2015 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A tabooed 19th-century Bohemian romance unveils the birth of a nation's influential writer, blending suspense, humor, violence, and hope amidst societal taboos and personal revelations.

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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.