Gay Films about Mental Health

The Dying Gaul

2005 Drama, Romance, Thriller

A grief-stricken screenwriter becomes unwittingly entangled in a complex love triangle with a woman and her film executive husband, leading to chilling consequences.

Eighteen

2005 Drama

Pip receives his grandfather's WWII memoirs on his 18th birthday, unearthing family secrets.

Queens

2005 Comedy, Romance

Five mothers navigate the complexities and dramas surrounding their sons' lives during a mass wedding ceremony.

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Petit ami

2017 Drama

Jasper's ordinary date at a motel takes a mysterious turn when he discovers

Save Me

2007 Drama, Romance

An addicted young man is sent to a Christian-run ministry to cure his "gay affliction", where he instead faces the truth in his heart and spirit.

Block Pass

2024 Drama

Willy and Jojo are childhood friends who never leave each other's side. To beat boredom, they train at the Pampa, a motocross track. One evening, Willy discovers Jojo's secret.

Socket

2007 Horror, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller

After being struck by lightning, Dr. Bill Matthews begins a relationship with Dr. Craig Murphy while recovering. Craig invites Bill to join a peculiar group of lightning survivors.

For the Bible Tells Me So

2007 Documentary, Romance

An exploration of how the religious right in the U.S. has used its interpretation of the Bible to stigmatize the gay community, and the intersection between religion and homosexuality.

Ghost Writer

2007 Comedy, Horror

Music teacher Jonathan Vandermark has a weakness for young men with big dreams but little means. When Sebastian enters his life and exploits his generosity, Jonathan's existence is forever altered.

The Inmate

2007 Drama, Romance

Tells the story of Rommel, who accidentally kills a boy and finds friendship with Esteban in jail. After release, Rommel and his wife Sita's lives are disrupted by Esteban's return, leading to profound self-discovery.

Tears of April

2008 Drama, Romance

In a civil war, a woman soldier faces execution after capture by the enemy.

The Man Who Loved Yngve

2008 Comedy, Drama, Musical, Romance

A boy's life changes when he becomes fascinated by a new classmate, jeopardizing his relationship and challenging his worldview as he navigates adolescence and budding desires.

Dorian Gray

2009 Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Thriller

A corrupt young man's eternal youth clashes with inner ugliness, revealed through a special painting.

SHORT FILM

Things We Only Say at Night

2020 Documentary

In an attempt to rediscover his passion for sharing stories, film student Leo Becker explores his journey, emotions and confusion when coming out to his family. Leo explores the pressure of trying to find a label in something that can not be labelled at all: love.

COMING SOON

Cry to Heaven

2026 Drama, Thriller

Follows Tonio, a nobleman castrated by his half-brother, who rises to fame as a soprano under the guidance of opera star Guido.

The Broken Tower

2011 Drama, Romance

A biography of American poet Hart Crane who committed suicide at the age of 32 by jumping off the steamship SS Orizaba.

8: The Mormon Proposition

2010 Documentary

A scorching critique explores the Mormon Church's role in promoting California's Proposition 8 and its impact on LGBT rights.

SHORT FILM

Big Expectations

2023 Drama

An insecure addict anxiously searches for a partner on a gay dating site, all while battling deep insecurities about his body and size.

Dream Boy

2023 Drama, Romance

Logan, a grieving writer, struggles to find inspiration after his boyfriend Ian’s tragic death. When Parker, a journalist, arrives to interview him, romance sparks. But Ian’s ghost haunts Logan’s dreams, blurring the line between reality and memory.

COMING SOON

Another Man

2025 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Marc and Eunald seem stable together, but Marc resists Eunald's efforts to strengthen their bond. When Carlos moves in across the hall, his presence captivates Marc, causing him to doubt his current life.

Stolen Moments

2025 Compilation

A husband and father is haunted by the consequences of a one-night stand, a young man returns to his home town to reflect on the tragic events that he left to escape, and a student's holiday in Corsica proves an opportunity for friendship, reflection and self-discovery. An intimate collection of stories of fleeting encounters, private worlds and enduring memories both cherished and traumatic.

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Poker Gayme

2017 Drama

A simple poker night takes an unexpected turn when John’s long held secret slips out. As the truth settles over the table, it is not the confession itself that disturbs him, but the way his friends respond.

Head Burst

2019 Drama

Markus, a respected architect, grapples with illicit inclinations towards a minor, experiencing self-disgust and isolation.

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I Wait for the Night

2018 Animation

A discussion between two boys on the shores of an abandoned lake will force one of them to face his inner demons.

SHORT FILM

The Choice of Evils

2018 Drama

Antoine is thinking about coming out to his parents. But how to tell them? Will he regret it?

Elephant

2003 Drama, Thriller

Best friends Eric and Alex are fascinated by violent video games. Havoc ensues when they begin to make plans for an armed ambush.

The Seminarian

2010 Drama, Romance

Closeted theological student Ryan faces a crisis reconciling his beliefs with his sexuality, navigating online relationships that challenge his faith and identity.