Gay Films about Religion - Gay Films Matter

BARE – The Beginning

2023 Romance

While his parents separate, Peter is sent to St. Cecilia Catholic Boarding School. There, he meets Jason, a fellow student and his new roommate. Their initial encounters are fraught with friction, but over time, they develop a deep bond.

Beginners

2010 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Oliver, a graphic designer, is captivated by the free-spirited and unpredictable Anna. His father's memories push him to embrace the possibility of a real, lasting relationship.

This Is What Love in Action Looks Like

2011 Documentary

A documentary follows a 16-year-old in 2005 Memphis sent to a "Fundamentalist Christian" program, with his local community protesting daily at the facility, featuring former clients' stories.

That’s What I Am

2011 Comedy, Drama, Romance

In 1965, 13-year-old paperboy Andy is paired with a geek for a school project, revealing lessons of friendship and personal growth in the backdrop of junior high dynamics.

Bite Marks

2011 Comedy, Horror

Brewster inherits his brother's coffin delivery, picking up Cary and Vogel, a hitchhiking gay couple. A breakdown in a junkyard unveils vampires, forcing them to barricade in the truck until dawn.

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.

SHORT FILM

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.

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.

My Last Round

2011 Drama, Romance

Hugo's fascination with Octavio, a middle-aged local boxing champion, is tested when Hugo lands a new job in the city, challenging their bond and aspirations.

SHORT FILM

The Absolution of Anthony

1997 Comedy, Drama

Follows the life of a young gay man who lives with his Catholic grandfather in the Bronx, New York City.

Elliot Loves

2012 Comedy, Romance

A Dominican-American boy's journey from bonding with his mother to navigating love in New York City as a 21-year-old explores two pivotal stages of his life.

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.

SHORT FILM

Prop 8: The Musical

2008 Comedy, Musical

Brings humor and heart to the fight for marriage equality, a musical celebration of love and activism.

Bridegroom

2013 Documentary

Shane Bitney Crone's plans to marry his partner are shattered by tragedy, leading him to confront discrimination and loss in a powerful narrative of love and resilience.

Southern Baptist Sissies

2013 Drama

Follows four gay boys navigating their identities within the Southern Baptist Church, each facing the conflict between faith teachings and their sexuality.

The New Black

2013 Documentary, Drama

Documents the African-American community's journey through the gay rights movement, intertwining civil rights struggles.

The Falls: Testament of Love

2013 Drama, Romance

Chris and RJ reunite amidst personal and community challenges, reflecting on their past and the loss of a mutual friend.

Gerontophilia

2013 Comedy, Romance

At a old age care home, a male nurse begins to explore his attraction to older men, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal boundaries.

G.B.F.

2013 Comedy, Drama, Romance

After being inadvertently outed by classmates, Tanner becomes the "gay best friend" to three high school queen bees, navigating friendship, identity, and acceptance.

C.O.G.

2013 Comedy, Drama

A confident young man ventures to an Oregon apple farm, where his preconceptions are shattered as he confronts new experiences and forms unexpected connections.

Salvation Army

2013 Drama

In Casablanca, Abdellah navigates life as a homosexual teen amidst family dynamics and societal pressures.

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.

The Ways of Man

2014 Drama

A contemporary Judas Iscariot, burdened by guilt, meets a mysterious young man in a forest, embarking on a redemptive journey over the course of three transformative days.

The David Dance

2014 Drama

David, a gay radio show host, grapples with self-doubt when asked to be a father figure for his sister's adopted child in Buffalo.

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.

The Last Straight Man

2014 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lewis arranges yearly secret meetings with his straight best friend and crush, Cooper, exploring their changing bond over twelve years.

SHORT FILM

Breaking and Entering

2018 Comedy, Drama

Imad, a young Arab man from a poor neighborhood, sneaks into the home of Angel, a wealthy boy he met on a dating app. When Angel's parents return unexpectedly, he frantically hides Imad - desperate to keep his sexuality a secret.