Gay Films about First Experiences

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Hotel Paraiso

2019 Drama

Fired due to rumors about his sexuality, Andrés finds community and protection with Omar in Peru, exploring acceptance and prejudice.

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Bonhomme

2020 Comedy

A dare leads a rugby player to kiss his waiter, leading to his first night with a man and the hope of a meaningful romance, complicated by unforeseen circumstances.

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Protect Me from What I Want

2009 Drama, Romance

Saleem, an Asian student from Bradford, encounters Daz. They spend the night together. He is ashamed of himself and what he has done the following day.

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.

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The Mountain King

2000 Drama, Romance

A reserved young man meets an impulsive stranger on a secluded beach. Their brief friendship leaves each subtly changed.

Tell Me About Yourself

2022 Comedy, Drama

Follows Chava, a 17-year-old boy who has a secret admirer, but feels more attracted to boys. When leaving his school in a rainy day, Carlos offers him a ride, and so their adventure begins.

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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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Bed Scenes

1998 Romance

Seven vignettes explore surprises and changes of heart during encounters.

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MWM

2010 Drama

A film student explores the hidden lives of married men through interviews conducted via online advertisements, uncovering complex narratives of secrecy.

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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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The Cousin

2008 Drama

A sheltered teenager from the city visits his tough, older cousin in Laredo, Texas, where he learns gritty lessons about masculinity, resilience, and the realities of growing up.

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We Are Okay Now

2017 Drama

After a party, Jonnah, a troubled gay teenager, spends time with his straight best friend Demitri.

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The Debris

2024 Drama

For Fabian, it's all a game: finding straight men who are curious, taking them home, undressing them one piece at a time. For Martin, everything is a health hazard. Until he meets Fabian.

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Virgin My Ass

2020 Comedy, Drama

Best friends Ophir and Harel face a pivotal moment when Ophir asks for a significant favor.

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Half

2022 Drama

Half-Jewish, bisexual Jonah comes out to his girlfriend, shaking the foundation of their relationship.

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Boyfriend

2021 Romance

Levi, the perfect boyfriend, and Bob, in search of new experiences, find their lives unexpectedly intertwined.

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Firsts

2022 Drama

Steven, a Chinese student in New Zealand, navigates the complex labyrinth of his sexuality amidst family expectations.

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Invincible Summer

2024 Drama

Alone at home on a summer night, Clément is determined to lose his virginity, scrolling through profiles on a dating app.

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First Time

2023 Drama

Following a dinner outing with his supervisor on the final day of his internship, a young intern finds himself pressured into his first encounter with a man, taking an unexpected turn.

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Five Lessons in Happiness: Little Man

2020 Comedy, Romance

Hsuan, a swimmer insecure about his body, faces shame and seeks love after a public incident, rediscovering hope amidst personal growth.

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Friend of a Friend

2024 Drama

Jules goes over to Samuel's apartment one evening. The two, who met recently at a mutual friend's party, are both single - Samuel isn't having much luck with guys he meets, and Jules has just broken up with his girlfriend. But before Jules can overcome his nerves and open up to a seemingly oblivious Samuel about the intention of his visit, Samuel's equally oblivious roommates interrupt.

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High Tide

2018 Drama

Escaping an impending divorce, a man finds solace in a woodland cottage where he discovers and embraces his hidden desires, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

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Caught

2010 Drama, Romance

In 1962, a covertly filmed documentary captures the lives of individuals considered deviant in a public park, revealing unexpected truths and personal struggles.

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Tasty

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A queer teenager discovers pride in his newly embraced identity amid the pulsating energy of a Melbourne gay nightclub in 1994, inspired by a true story.

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Aniel

1998 Drama

A young foreigner replaces a sick worker in a factory, becoming an object of desire and hatred, changing the life of one worker and the factory itself.

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Sign

2016 Drama, Musical, Romance

Through a blend of vignettes, music, and sign language, this short film narrates the story of Ben, a hearing man, and Aaron, who is deaf, exploring their unique relationship.

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Murphy’s First Time

2024 Comedy, Romance

Murphy prepares to have sex with his boyfriend for the first time, but his insecurities lead him to the worst possible outcomes.