Gay Films about Religion - Gay Films Matter

Sublet

2020 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A New York Times travel writer, reeling from a personal tragedy, arrives in Tel Aviv. The city's vibrant energy and his relationship with a younger man revive his spirit.

Minyan

2020 Drama

Caught between private trysts and family expectations, a young Jewish man in 1980s Brooklyn navigates the complexities of his identity.

SHORT FILM

Cowboy Forever

2006 Drama, Romance

Inspired by true events, this docu-drama explores the lives of Brazilian cowboys in Mato Grosso do Sul, focusing on Govinda and John's friendship and Govinda's exploration of his feelings towards his fellow cowboy.

SHORT FILM

O Beautiful

2002 Drama

A gay bashing incident takes a surprising turn when one attacker returns with remorse and a secret.

Why Not You

2020 Drama

Mario confronts loss and resilience in a small village after a friend's attack.

No Hard Feelings

2020 Drama, Romance

Parvis, working at a refugee shelter, forms a tentative romance with Amon amidst the challenges of refugee life and cultural differences.

Poppy Field

2020 Drama

Police officer Cristi navigates dual identities in a macho environment, balancing his career with his personal life as a closeted gay man, grappling with secrecy and authenticity amidst societal expectations.

I Carry You with Me

2020 Drama

Ambition and societal pressure lead an aspiring chef to leave his soulmate in Mexico for New York, forever altering his life.

August: Love vs God

2024 Drama, Romance

A battle waging inside a former high school track star forces him to make a choice to follow his heart or surrender to his faith.

Most People Die on Sundays

2024 Drama

David, an anxious, overweight gay man from a middle-class Jewish family, reluctantly flies back to Buenos Aires after his uncle’s death. While coping with old insecurities and strained family ties, he learns his mother intends to take his comatose father off life support.

Beyto

2020 Drama

Beyto, a talented swimmer, faces a life-changing romance with his coach Mike, challenging societal norms and personal expectations in a story of love and identity.

SHORT FILM

The Spirit God Gave Us

2022 Drama

It follows two queer boys as they form a unique bond while they work as ushers at their Baptist church.

The Boy Foretold by the Stars

2020 Romance

Two high school boys find each other with the help of a fortune-teller at a school retreat, navigating love and destiny amidst teenage friendships and revelations.

Pray Away

2021 Documentary

Former leaders of the "pray the gay away" movement contend with the aftermath unleashed by their actions, while a survivor seeks healing and acceptance from more than a decade of trauma.

Potato Dreams of America

2021 Comedy, Drama

The story centers on a young gay boy growing up in the Soviet Union, alongside his mother who is a mail-order bride. Together, they embark on a daring journey to escape to America.

You Are My Sunshine

2021 Drama, Romance

Tom and Joe's lifelong romance unfolds from their humble beginnings in the 1970s to their poignant final days, navigating societal changes and personal challenges in a testament to enduring love and devotion.

Benediction

2021 Drama

The life of war poet Siegfried Sassoon unfolds through a quest for personal salvation amid family, war, writing, and destructive relationships, revealing the complexities of finding inner peace amidst external turmoil.

All Our Fears

2021 Drama, Romance

After an unexpected tragedy, Daniel, a gay artist and activist who is also deeply religious, strives to unite the local community in mourning.

Private Desert

2021 Drama

Daniel, an outstanding policeman, makes a crucial mistake that leads to his suspension. With no ties keeping him in his hometown, he decides to visit his online love interest.

1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture

2022 Documentary

This tale unravels the theological, historical, cultural, and political threads behind a Biblical mistranslation. It follows a man's attempt to rectify it and the fervent academic quest of the LGBTQIA+ Christian community for truth.

SHORT FILM

Yellow Fever

1998 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Monty, a gay Chinese man in London, only dates white men until his East Asian neighbor invites him to dinner, prompting Monty to confront his preferences.

SHORT FILM

Eden

2021 Drama

A brother and sister take a train trip to the lake on the outskirts of Berlin, accompanied by a mutual friend they both admire.

Mysterious Ways

2023 Drama

A media frenzy threatens a Vicar's marriage to his Samoan boyfriend, leading to an extraordinary turn of events.

Carnal Sins

2023 Drama, Fantasy

The awakening of a young man while spending a summer with his family in a small rural town. Upon learning of with the ancient legend of a creature that takes sinners, his impulses surface.

Nevrland

2019 Drama, Horror, Thriller

A 17-year-old with an anxiety disorder develops a virtual friendship with a 26-year-old artist, leading to unexpected events when they finally meet in person.

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Alívio Divino

2026 Comedy

Between faith and secrets, João, a "good man," lives a double life. But an intimate encounter changes everything.

Boys on Film 20: Heaven Can Wait

2020 Compilation

Celebrate 20 years of 'Boys on Film' with the finest of gay short cinema.