Gay Films about Grief - Gay Films Matter

Uncle Frank

2020 Comedy, Drama

Frank and his niece Beth embark on a road trip to a family funeral, joined unexpectedly by Frank's lover, Walid, in a journey of familial bonds and personal revelations.

The String

2009 Drama, Romance

Malik returns to Tunisia from France to face his father's death, his unspoken sexuality, and childhood anxieties. His world brightens when he falls for Bilal, the charming houseboy at his mother's estate, navigating love amidst personal turmoil and societal expectations.

49 Pulses

2017 Documentary

This documentary pieces together the events of the Orlando Night Club shooting, weaving together survivor interviews, re-enactments, and footage from police body cameras to dissect one of the most devastating mass shootings in U.S. history.

American Fiction

2023 Comedy, Drama

A novelist who's fed up with the establishment profiting from Black entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of the hypocrisy and madness he claims to disdain.

I Miss You

2019 Drama, Romance

After his son Gabriel's passing, Jorge journeys from conservative Bolivia to New York City to confront Gabriel's boyfriend, Sebastian.

Billy Elliot

2000 Drama, Musical

A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the disintegration of his family.

Behind the Candelabra

2013 Drama, Musical, Romance

A chronicle of the turbulent romance between singer Liberace and his lover Scott Thorson delves into fame, love, and personal struggles.

Crutch

2004 Drama, Romance

Tells the story of David, who navigates family turmoil and substance abuse under the influence of Kenny, a former actor turned coach, leading to a spiral of self-destruction and redemption.

Happy Endings

2005 Comedy, Musical, Romance

Intertwines multiple stories to explore love, family dynamics, and life's unpredictable nature with wit.

Peyote

2013 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Pablo embarks on a transformative desert road trip with Marco, forcing them to confront their feelings and identities.

What Happens Next

2011 Comedy, Romance

Retired CEO Paul embarks on an unexpected romance with a younger man he meets at a dog park, challenging his perceptions of age, love, and identity.

Urbania

2000 Drama

A series of urban legends weave together around a troubled man's quest through the labyrinthine streets of New York City, unraveling mysteries that blur reality and myth.

Bodyshop

2022 Drama, Fantasy

The spirit of a young soldier, haunted by the trauma of his death, journeys across the world naked to reunite with his transgender sister. Along the way, he encounters a kindred soul and finds refuge in a garage where unsettling discoveries challenge their understanding of humanity and morality.

Stonewall

1995 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A group of LGBTQ+ individuals strive for dignity and respect as they navigate the early battles of the gay rights movement.

Death in Buenos Aires

2014 Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller

When a businessman is murdered, Inspector Chávez employs a rookie officer as bait while grappling with his own personal desires.

One Day in Summer

2006 Drama

A teenager's death during a soccer match disrupts a tight-knit community.

Swan Song

2021 Comedy, Drama

A formerly flamboyant hairdresser embarks on a poignant journey across a small town to fulfill a unique final request.

Far More

2021 Comedy, Drama

Adrian Grenier stars as Sean McAllister, returning to his hometown for a family reunion that unravels past wounds and prompts a journey of self-discovery and reconciliation.

Baby Steps

2023 Comedy, Drama

A year after the passing of their beloved Lily, Beau and Caden are faced with a surprising revelation: Lily had stored some of her eggs. Now, they grapple with the decision of whether to embark on parenthood together, navigating their grief and the future of their relationship.

Fair Haven

2016 Drama

Returning to his family farm after conversion therapy, a young man reconciles his father's expectations with memories of a forbidden past love.

Akron

2015 Drama, Romance

Benny and Christopher, college freshmen, fall in love amidst the backdrop of a football game, but a tragic past threatens their budding relationship.

Malila: The Farewell Flower

2017 Drama

Former lovers Shane and Pich reunite amidst personal tragedies, grappling with loss and illness. As Pich crafts Bai Sri, a ceremonial ornament, Shane seeks solace as a Buddhist monk until a fateful encounter in a graveyard changes everything.

Palmer

2021 Drama

An ex-convict strikes up a friendship with a boy from a troubled home.

Green Butterflies

2017 Drama

Mateo, a popular schoolboy, faces a critical choice when his relationship with Daniel is exposed, forcing him to confront adversaries and his own convictions about love and acceptance.

Breakfast with Scot

2007 Comedy, Musical, Romance

Eric, a sports announcer and former hockey player, struggles to connect with a flamboyant young boy after unexpectedly becoming guardians with his partner.

Say Yes

2018 Drama

A young woman facing a cancer diagnosis endeavors to bring together her soon-to-be widowed husband and her bisexual twin brother in an unconventional matchmaking attempt.

Cassandro

2023 Drama

Follow the true story of Cassandro, the "exotico" persona crafted by Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso who skyrocketed to international fame.