Gay Films about First Experiences

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Your Heart is Homeless

2019 Drama

Carl navigates his sexuality and feelings during a one-night stand with James.

Watch Out

2008 Comedy, Drama, Horror

A narcissistic man's obsession with his own body leads him down a path of disturbing behavior, exploring vanity, identity, and the dark side of self-obsession.

The Art of Being Straight

2008 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A comedic drama explores career, sexuality, and identity in East Los Angeles.

Private Lessons

2008 Drama

A promising tennis player finds mentorship and solace amid family turmoil.

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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Fishbelly White

1998 Comedy, Drama

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

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.

Anderson’s Cross

2010 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Explores the lifelong bond and evolving dynamics among three friends in their journey through life's challenges and their own unique paths.

Howl

2010 Drama, Romance

Allen Ginsberg's life and art are examined, including his famous poem and its obscenity trial.

Jitters

2010 Drama, Romance

A 16-year-old Icelandic boy experiences "jitters" after his first kiss with another boy, navigating adolescence amidst familial challenges and peer dynamics.

The Experiment

1973 Drama

Two close friends embark on a daring experiment with their sexuality, an experience that reshapes their bond and leaves a lasting mark on both their lives.

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Truth or Dare

1995 Comedy, Drama

Two girls and two boys, play a game of truth or dare. It's innocent and harmless, but at each turn, each youth tries to raise the ante.

Private Romeo

2011 Drama, Romance

A modern retelling of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' set in an isolated all-boys military academy, following the forbidden romance between two cadets.

Close to Leo

2002 Drama, Romance

When 21-year-old Leo tells his rural French family that he’s HIV positive, their relationships are pushed to the limit. His brother Marcel senses something is wrong, and during a trip to Paris, he finally confronts Leo about what he suspects.

That’s What I Am

2011 Comedy, Drama, Romance

In 1965, 13-year-old paperboy Andy is paired with a geek for a school project, revealing lessons of friendship and personal growth in the backdrop of junior high dynamics.

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Who Am I

2019 Comedy

Bastian regrets embracing his sexuality after an ancounter, revealing truths to his friend Peter in this personal drama.

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Matt

2019 Drama, Fantasy

A young man navigates the prospect of becoming a father.

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Manivald

2017 Animation, Comedy, Drama, Musical

A hot young plumber Toomas breaks into the harmonious life of Manivald and his retired mother.

Romeos

2011 Drama, Romance

Delve into the complexities of a relationship between two young men, one navigating the journey of life as a transgender man, exploring love, identity, and personal growth.

Silent Youth

2012 Drama, Romance

Captures the quieter moments of a coming-out story, focusing on the awkward silences and tentative connections between two young men navigating their feelings for each other.

Gay Meets Girl

2013 Documentary

Filmmakers Tim den Besten and Nicolaas Veul explore the boundaries of their sexuality, questioning if they are truly gay.

Perro Perro

2025 Comedy, Drama, Romance

During a trip, Juan discovers a mysterious man behaving like a dog, lost and alone. Moved by compassion, he takes the man in, tending to him with food, gentle care, and affection. But Juan’s girlfriend warns him that becoming emotionally involved could have unexpected consequences.

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Lúbtha

2019 Drama, Romance

Depicts a teen's struggle with sexuality in 90s Northern Ireland, culminating in a pivotal night of acceptance and love.

Toast

2010 Comedy, Drama

The ultimate nostalgia trip through everything edible in 1960s Britain.

I Wish You All the Best

2024 Drama

A non-binary teenager, cast out by their parents, sets off on a personal journey, uncovering deep truths about love, friendship, and the meaning of family.

The Last Straight Man

2014 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lewis arranges yearly secret meetings with his straight best friend and crush, Cooper, exploring their changing bond over twelve years.

Boulevard

2014 Drama

In a marriage of convenience, a devoted husband confronts his hidden life, forcing him to come to terms with his secrets.