Gay Films about Grief - Gay Films Matter

Midnight Cowboy

1969 Drama

A naive street worker travels from Texas to New York City to seek personal fortune, finding a new friend in the process.

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Clothes & Blow

2018 Comedy, Drama

Daniel juggles a hectic London life with introspection sparked by his visiting mother, questioning his authenticity along the way.

Three Dancing Slaves

2004 Drama, Romance

Following their mother's death, three Algerian brothers grapple with violence, temptation, and finding their way. One seeks revenge, another struggles to keep a job, and the youngest falls for a capoeira dancer. Can they stay united as a family?

Kinky Boots

2005 Comedy, Drama, Musical

A drag queen helps a struggling man inherit his father's shoe factory by diversifying the product line.

Antibodies

2005 Drama, Horror, Thriller

Serial killer Gabriel Engel is arrested, and small-town cop Michael Martens travels to interrogate him, discovering more than he expected.

The History Boys

2006 Comedy, Drama

A class of talented boys vie for acceptance to Oxford and Cambridge under eccentric teachers.

The Bubble

2006 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Follows a group of young people in Tel Aviv, Israel, dealing with the challenges of living in the region. Their routine is disrupted when a young Palestinian man enters their lives.

Mía & Moi

2021 Drama

Mía and Moi take refuge in their family's countryside home after their mother's death.

Keillers Park

2006 Drama, Romance

In a poignant love story inspired by true events, a married man and a free spirit find passion and heartbreak amidst the aftermath of a 1997 hate crime, grappling with love, loss, and societal prejudice.

Back Soon

2007 Drama, Romance

Logan and Guillermo, drawn together after personal losses, navigate a complex relationship that challenges their identities and pasts. As secrets unravel, their bond faces a transformative test.

Chris & Don: A Love Story

2007 Documentary, Romance

The romance between British writer Christopher Isherwood and American artist Don Bachardy is explored.

Saturn in Opposition

2007 Drama, Romance

A group of friends share their confidences, hopes, and disappointments as they navigate life's challenges together.

Sandbag Dam

2025 Drama

In a flood-threatened village, Marko's life is turned upside down when Slaven returns for his father's funeral and rekindles their forbidden romance. Marko must confront his family and make a difficult choice.

Love in Country

2023 Drama

Two U.S. Army sergeants fall in love during the Vietnam War. The squad must maintain unity if they are to capture an enemy operative, but then they are assigned a new officer who will do anything to complete the mission, even the sacrifice of the squad.

October Moon 2: November Son

2008 Comedy, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Survivors of a brutal tragedy seek revenge years later, leading to a harrowing psychological unraveling.

Beatific Vision

2008 Drama, Romance

Michael grapples with grief after Chad's death from brain cancer, only to find solace and guidance when Chad returns as an angel, shaping Michael's future and renewing their love in a poignant exploration of loss and spiritual connection.

I Dreamt Under the Water

2008 Drama, Romance

A bisexual man's nocturnal journey through Paris opens doors to exploration and self-discovery in this engaging drama.

Ander

2009 Drama, Romance

Experience a love story between a Basque farmer and a Peruvian immigrant, navigating cultural differences and deepening affection.

Outrage

2009 Documentary

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

Handsome Harry

2009 Drama

A retired Navy diver fulfills a dying friend's final request, reopening old wounds and reconnecting with former comrades to uncover a buried wartime secret.

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You, Me and Him

2007 Drama, Romance

Danilo, Lucas, and Marcos forge new bonds amidst challenges and disappointments, navigating their evolving relationships through shared experiences and personal growth.

David’s Birthday

2009 Drama, Mystery, Romance

Forbidden feelings arise during a summer beach vacation, stirring unexpected desires and tensions between two couples and their grown son, exploring the complexities of love and temptation.

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.

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StandUp

2012 Drama

A dead boy wanted to be a comedian. His father, a judge, sentences himself to step into his son's shoes, but they're secret shoes.

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.

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Adam

2013 Drama

Tackles teenage bullying in a high school setting, exploring the consequences when a student's declaration of love for another boy triggers hostility and solidarity among classmates.