Gay Films Feautirng Sports - Gay Films Matter

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Shining the Ball

2005 Drama

A charming newcomer joins a local cricket club, only to discover that its charismatic vice-captain is hiding a secret that makes him even more intriguing than he first appears.

Boys Life 6

2007 Compilation

A compilation of four gay-themed short films centred around the idea of first-time crushes.

Boys Life 5

2006 Compilation

The fifth instalment of the Boys Life series, showcasing 4 gay-themed short films.

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David, in Brief

2016 Documentary

When a filmmaker comes across the Renaissance's most iconic family jewels silk-screened onto a pair of boxer briefs, he decides to explore the story of Michelangelo's David and offer those of us struggling with our own modern-day Goliaths.

Small Town Gay Bar

2006 Documentary

The story of community in the Deep South that is forced to deal with the struggles of ignorance, hypocrisy and oppression.

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Shower Boys

2021 Drama

After a heated training match with the team, twelve-year-old Viggo and Noel go home to challenge each other's limits and masculinity. A sudden stop to an innocent game questions what a male friendship is allowed to be.

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100m Freestyle

2013 Drama

Polo and Domingo spend their last days together between Ciudad Mendoza and Cordoba, in Veracruz, Mexico, before Domingo moves to another city. Domingo has to say goodbye to his girlfriend, Mina; while Polo deals with his feelings towards his best friend in the little time they have left.

Out for the Long Run

2011 Documentary

The story follows openly gay high school and college athletes as they navigate the challenges of pursuing sports in environments often defined by homophobia and social stigma. Blending personal video diaries with intimate footage, it captures moments of triumph and tragedy as these young men and women chase their passions while confronting prejudice.

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Filip

2015 Drama

Seven-year-old Filip grapples with discovering an unexpected interaction between his older brother and best friend, challenging his admiration and understanding of relationships.

Little More Than a Year Ago

2003 Drama, Romance

Returning to their family castle, Riki and Fredrico rediscover each other after years apart, their lives altered by a shocking event.

My Brother… Nikhil

2005 Drama

Famous swimmer Nikhil Kapoor deals with the repercussions of publicly announcing that he has HIV/AIDS.

Barcelona Summer Night

2013 Comedy, Drama, Romance

Multiple narratives intertwine during a vibrant Midsummer's Eve in Barcelona.

Bad Ass Gays

2014 Documentary

Follows gay men breaking stereotypes in "manly" professions like boxing and NASCAR, sharing their personal journeys and challenges.

Shiner

2004 Drama

Depicts twisted love stories among amateur boxers and their entanglements, exploring desire, rejection, and the politics of attraction in Los Angeles.

Alaska Is a Drag

2017 Drama

Follows Leo's journey as a drag queen in Alaska, finding unexpected connections and self-discovery in a small town.

Forbidden Games: The Justin Fashanu Story

2017 Documentary

The poignant tale of the pioneering footballer who bravely came out as gay while still active in the game.

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The Gust

2020 Drama

Post-Hurricane María, a man obsesses over his young, troubled neighbor, exploring life's fragility in Puerto Rico.

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I Just Don’t Like You… A Love Story

2024 Drama

A day hike ends in frustration for a gay couple.

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Raw Love

2008 Romance

Two high school friends spend their final days together, their bond filled with mixed emotions and unspoken secrets.

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My Dad Works the Night Shift

2018 Comedy, Drama

Felix begins a secret relationship with an older boy, hoping his strict and conservative father will uncover the truth.

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J’ador

2020 Drama

Claudio wants to be part of the clique. He admires the 18-year-old leader Lauro. If he wants to fit in, he has to learn to smell like an older man.

Clocked

2023 Drama

Adolfo Rivera is an 18 year old undefeated boxer from a conservative Catholic family in Miami, Florida. Fighting to support his loved ones, he endures the physical toll of the sport while hiding a dream of his own. As his family imagines a future for him in boxing, Adolfo secretly saves his winnings for the fight that matters most: embracing his true identity and transitioning into a woman.

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Boys Beware

1962 Drama

This anti-homosexual social "scare" short film focuses on the dangers of young boys talking to strangers.

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Stanley Beloved

1998 Drama

James and Kevin are friends and live in Hong-Kong. When Kevin finds out that his Chinese father wants to send him away to England to study, he decides to spend a summer day with his friend James. Then something unexpected happens.

COMING SOON SHORT FILM

For the Boys

2026 Documentary

Nine years after retiring from professional AFL, former West Coast Eagles player Mitch Brown publicly comes out as bisexual. His story explores identity, courage and his reconciliation with a sport long defined by a hyper-masculine culture.

Steelers: the World’s First Gay Rugby Club

2020 Documentary

Follows the journeys of a lesbian coach, a semi-pro player, and a drag queen prop in a London club, each facing personal and professional obstacles.

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One Third

2009 Drama

Three friends find their friendship unexpectedly complicated when an innocent prank about being gay takes a surprising turn.