Gay Films with Homophobia - Gay Films Matter

Screwed

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Follows Miku and Elias, two 17-year-olds discovering love and themselves during a transformative summer in the Finnish countryside.

Tom of Finland

2017 Drama

Portrays the life and impact of artist Touko Valio Laaksonen, celebrating his influence on 20th-century gay culture through art and personal freedom.

Guilty Prejudices

2017 Drama

A young gay man is accused of stabbing his boyfriend and is detained by a homophobic police department. Amidst the bias, a compassionate detective takes it upon himself to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Al Berto

2017 Drama

Al Berto, set in 1975 Portugal, portrays the vibrant youth of writer Al Berto and his friends amidst societal change post-dictatorship, exploring their dreams and love in a country not yet ready for their story.

I Dream in Another Language

2017 Drama, Romance

The loss of a language means the loss of a unique worldview forever.

The Harvesters

2018 Drama

In a community fixated on masculinity, Janno and Pieter navigate a complex brotherhood, challenging cultural norms and parental expectations.

Canary

2018 Drama, Musical

Drafted into the South African army during apartheid, a young soldier discovers romance amidst the military's traveling choir, confronting his suppressed sexuality.

SHORT FILM

Cherrywood

2020 Thriller

A late-night break-in at a suburban Seattle home sparks a dangerous power struggle between the intruder and the sole occupant.

Hot to Trot

2018 Documentary

Inside the world of same-sex competitive ballroom dance, four individuals navigate personal and societal challenges, showcasing the power of self-expression through dance.

You Should Meet My Son 2!

2018 Comedy

A devout mother is set on sabotaging her gay son's wedding, but her plot unravels when she unintentionally becomes friends with his fiancé and starts offering relationship advice.

SHORT FILM

Gilles

2016 Drama

On a Saturday night in the "City of Love", two sworn enemies are united in their hatred for someone they despise even more than each other: a gay man.

Believer

2018 Documentary, Musical

Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons explores the treatment of LGBTQ+ members by the Mormon Church, driven by concern over Utah's rising teen suicide rates.

SHORT FILM

In Seventh Heaven

2013 Drama

A man struggles with his sexuality in a hostile environment, embodying the conflicts of withdrawn youth.

Genesis

2018 Drama

Three teenagers are rocked by their first experiences of love amidst the chaos of youth. While their peers conform, they defiantly assert their freedom to love and be true to themselves.

The Happy Prince

2018 Drama

An untold glimpse into Oscar Wilde's final days, as he humorously observes his own tragic circumstances with ironic detachment.

Socrates

2018 Drama

Following the sudden death of his mother, Socrates, a 15-year-old navigating the fringes of São Paulo's coastal life, must learn to fend for himself as he grapples with overwhelming grief.

Fireflies

2018 Drama

Ramin escapes persecution in Iran only to find himself in the unfamiliar limbo of exile, settling in the tropical port town of Veracruz, Mexico, far from everything he once called home.

Happy Endings Sleepover

2019 Drama

CIA operative Johnnie Allen navigates espionage in Europe, tasked with transporting a Kremlin spy with the help of Danish lad Sander. Amidst secrets and missions, Johnnie grapples with his feelings for Sander and the truth behind their dangerous assignment.

Nasty Baby

2015 Drama

A close-knit trio navigates the idea of creating life, while at the same time being confronted with a brutal scenario.

SHORT FILM

Lonesome Bridge

2005 Drama

A gay college student stumbles into trouble when he falls in love with his homophobic suite mate.

Ranchlands

2019 Drama

In "Ranchlands," a lost gay man returns to his Christian family to care for his ailing brother, finding unexpected romance with a ranch hand amidst family secrets and personal healing.

Rocketman

2019 Drama, Musical

This musical fantasy chronicles Elton John's breakthrough years, from his prodigious talent at the Royal Academy of Music to his enduring partnership with Bernie Taupin, capturing the highs and lows of his transformative journey in the music industry.

The Trigger

2019 Drama

After securing early release from prison, hustler Eric Coyle seeks to rebuild his life and create a makeshift family, but faces unexpected challenges when past and present collide.

Port Authority

2019 Drama, Romance

Paul confronts identity complexities in New York, immersing himself in the queer ballroom scene and confronting personal and societal expectations while falling for a trans woman.

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The Male Gaze: Courage Under Fire

2026 Compilation

Whether it's finding the strength to speak truth to power, making a decision that will mark you as an outsider, or taking a risk that will expose a secret - these men and boys prove that sometimes courage is not learned. It is an instinct. A compilation of 5 gay short films.

Label Me

2019 Drama

Waseem, a refugee, confronts internalized homophobia and violence when he meets Lars, leading to a hopeful exploration of identity and possibility.

The Shiny Shrimps

2019 Comedy, Drama

Follows Olympic champion Matthias, who coaches an amateur gay water-polo team, exploring their journey to the Gay Games in Croatia amidst personal growth and team solidarity.