Gay Military Films - Gay Films Matter

Me, Myself and Mum

2013 Comedy

A young man named Guillaume discovers the complexities of his own personality.

Bohemian Rhapsody

2018 Drama, Musical

Delve into the journey of legendary rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, culminating in their iconic Live Aid performance in 1985.

Charlatan

2020 Drama

The life of Jan Mikolasek, a Czech healer in the totalitarian fifties, unfolds as he uses intuition and plant knowledge to heal, against the backdrop of a turbulent historical period.

Streamers

1983 Drama

Four young soldiers in 1960s Eastern Europe navigate thievery, murder, and revenge amidst their own conflicting loyalties.

SHORT FILM

A Sight on You

2018 Drama

Tim welcomes his brother Julio back after a year without seeing him. Their relationship begins to change after Tim makes a discovery in the middle of the night.

The Secret Path

2014 Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Romance

Theo and Frank flee the British Navy in the 1800s, finding solace and more in an abandoned country house.

You Are Not Alone

1978 Drama, Romance

Two precocious boys navigate their budding sexuality at a boarding school, testing boundaries and discovering themselves.

Before Stonewall

1984 Documentary

The history of the Gay and Lesbian community before the Stonewall riots sets the stage for the early struggles and triumphs of the gay rights movement.

Biloxi Blues

1988 Comedy, Drama

Young recruits endure rigorous boot camp during WWII in Biloxi, Mississippi, in this adaptation of Neil Simon's play.

SHORT FILM

Trémulo

2015 Romance

Carlos and Julio share an intimate night that unfolds unexpectedly, knowing their time together is fleeting.

Viet and Nam

2024 Drama

In the underground coal mines, young miners Nam and Viet face danger and darkness daily. As one prepares to leave for a new life, they embark on a mission to find Nam's father's remains, a soldier lost in a distant forest.

In & Out

1997 Comedy, Romance

After a former student's remark at the Academy Awards, a midwestern teacher embarks on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance, questioning his sexuality and navigating societal expectations.

Speedway Junky

1999 Drama, Romance

Johnny's aspirations of becoming a stock car racer lead him to a world of hustlers and unexpected connections in Vegas.

American Beauty

1999 Drama

A father faces a mid-life crisis when he becomes infatuated with his daughter's charismatic best friend, navigating desire, morality, and the complexities of aging.

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.

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.

Chris & Don: A Love Story

2007 Documentary, Romance

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

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.

Dog Tags

2008 Drama, Romance

Nate's leave in Palm Springs leads to a transformative encounter with a free-spirited young man, uncovering family secrets and personal revelations that reshape his understanding of identity and relationships.

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.

Brüno

2009 Comedy

Flamboyant Austrian personality Brüno embarks on a quest for renewed fame and recognition in America.

Gods and Monsters

1998 Drama

Academy Award winner James Whale, acclaimed creator of the Frankenstein movies, begins an unlikely friendship with his handsome gardener.

Howl

2010 Drama, Romance

Allen Ginsberg's life and art are examined, including his famous poem and its obscenity trial.

SHORT FILM

No Locked Doors

2014 Drama

Lior juggles his budding relationship with Nir while keeping it hidden from his ill younger brother, who seeks attention of his own.

Private Romeo

2011 Drama, Romance

A modern retelling of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' set in an isolated all-boys military academy, following the forbidden romance between two cadets.

Zenne Dancer

2011 Drama, Romance

Daniel, a German photo-journalist in Istanbul, befriends flamboyant belly dancer Can and conservative Ahmet, whose quest for honesty and liberty leads to tragic consequences.