Gay Films about Mental Health

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This World We Live In

2017 Drama

Joey, a 22-year-old student obsessed with appearances, finds himself caught in the whirlwind of a new city, sinking into drug addiction as a means to suppress his inner turmoil.

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I AM Norman

2021 Thriller

A conversion therapy survivor shares a dark secret with a filmmaker.

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Inferno

2019 Documentary

Delves into the fantastical world of artist Gui Taccetti, whose deeply personal work channels the anxiety of growing up gay in staunchly Catholic Brazil.

Legalize Gay

2011 Documentary

A new generation of activists rises to the challenge of advocating for gay and lesbian equality, navigating political upheaval and personal sacrifice in their fight for justice.

Michael

2011 Drama, Thriller

Over five months, the life of a disturbed man unfolds as he keeps a boy captive in his basement, exploring the depths of his actions.

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On the Same Team

2014 Drama

Follows a young rugby player's struggle with conformity and his own identity as he longs for freedom amid societal pressures, offering a poignant look at self-discovery and emotional growth.

My Straight Son

2012 Drama, Romance

Fashion photographer Diego must reconnect with his estranged teenage son when his boyfriend falls into a coma from a brutal attack, forcing them to bridge their differences amidst crisis.

Kill Your Darlings

2013 Drama, Romance, Thriller

In 1944, a murder brings together iconic Beat Generation poets Allen Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac, and William Burroughs, intertwining their lives amidst wartime intrigue.

Truth

2013 Drama, Romance, Thriller

Caleb's love for Jeremy blurs reality as his past and mental health unravel.

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Birds of a Feather

2017 Animation

Follows a man and his struggle with his identity, projected anxieties and relationships over the course of an evening. He has to contend with his insecurities with being seen with another man and his fear as feathers start to grow from his body.

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Photo Op

2015 Drama, Mystery, Thriller

A lonely Brooklyn photographer gets the courage to come out from behind his camera to capture his crush, but there is more to the picture than meets the eye.

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Wrongside

2017 Drama

Follows a young Romanian man as he confronts a long standing taboo and learns to accept his homosexuality in a society that refuses to see him.

Aleksandr’s Price

2013 Drama

Traumatized by loss and financial strain, illegal immigrant Aleksandr Ivanov turns to night working, descending into New York City's dark underbelly and a battle for survival.

Mr. Angel

2013 Documentary

Chronicles transgender activist Buck Angel's journey of acceptance and activism, spanning years of personal and societal challenges, offering an inspirational portrayal of resilience and identity.

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Leanne Is Gone

2013 Drama

After his sister’s suicide, Dylan, a young gay recovering addict, moves in with her widowed husband Sean. As buried truths surface, their shared grief spirals into an unexpected and forbidden connection.

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.

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Grindr Killer: How I Discovered A Serial Murderer

2016 Documentary

For more than a year, police overlooked the deaths of young gay men and missed the pattern of a serial killer. Throughout it all, one man persistently tried to sound the alarm.

I’m So Excited

2013 Comedy, Musical

Passengers on a flight to Mexico City confront internal turmoil amidst external danger, exploring the depths of human anguish and the perilous facets of self-discovery.

Are We OK?

2013 Drama

The key to unraveling Tammuz's life and dreamlike reality lies in Ihsan, a young boy with tetra-amelia syndrome.

Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine

2014 Documentary

Loved ones reflect on the life and tragic death of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard, whose targeted murder in Wyoming in 1998 sparked nationwide outrage and calls for justice.

Boulevard

2014 Drama

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

Eroddity(s)

2014 Drama, Fantasy, Horror

An anthology film that offers glimpses into the lives of ten gay men, navigating desires and the supernatural.

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We Will Become Better

2021 Musical

Two lovers are separated not only by distance but by circumstances: Russia's anti-gay laws and mainstream homophobia.

The Heroes of Evil

2015 Drama, Thriller

Three teenagers, brought together by bullying, indulge in petty theft, sex and drugs. They inevitably realize they can resort to violence to take revenge on everyone who has humiliated them: students, teachers and other outcasts. One of them escalates to killing, and desires to kill again. Anyone can become his next victim. The other two face the question: should they resort to violence to stop the killings?

Out to Kill

2014 Drama, Mystery

When the alpha male of an all-gay loft complex is found dead, a friend suspects murder and hires a private investigator to uncover the truth.

The Critic

2023 Drama, Mystery, Thriller

A powerful London theater critic becomes entangled in a web of deceit and murder.

Drown

2015 Drama, Thriller

Three surf lifesavers experience a tumultuous night out filled with jealousy, homophobia, and unrequited desires culminating in a tragic incident of bullying under the influence.