Gay Films Set in the Summer - Gay Films Matter

Death on the Beach

1991 Drama, Horror, Thriller

A wealthy businesswoman's son returns home, haunted by trauma and a deadly secret that drives him to violence.

High Tide

2024 Drama, Romance

Undocumented Brazilian immigrant Lourenço seeks meaning in the vibrant queer community of Provincetown. As summer draws to a close, he embarks on a passionate and unexpected romance with Maurice.

Priest

1994 Drama, Romance

During confessional, a homosexual Catholic priest learns of a young girl's abuse by her father, forcing him to confront his secrets and responsibilities.

Proteus

2003 Drama, Romance

Set in early 18th century South Africa, a black prisoner and a Dutch sailor defy societal norms and endure hardships to maintain their love.

Stonewall

1995 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A group of LGBTQ+ individuals strive for dignity and respect as they navigate the early battles of the gay rights movement.

SHORT FILM

It’s Still Your Bed

2019 Drama, Romance

When David returns from college to his family's farm, he discovers that his parents have hired a young man named Brent, who is now sharing his room. He feels an unexpected attraction to Brent and starts to wonder about his sexuality.

Those People

2015 Drama, Romance

On Manhattan's Upper East Side, a young gay painter must choose between his infatuation with a socialite friend and a promising romance with an older pianist.

Last Summer

2013 Drama, Romance

High school sweethearts Luke and Jonah spend a quiet Southern summer contemplating their future and America's uncertain path, amidst a backdrop of baseball, bicycles, church, and green bean casserole.

One Day in Summer

2006 Drama

A teenager's death during a soccer match disrupts a tight-knit community.

SHORT FILM

Iftah

2020 Drama

Iftah leaves his family in Tel-Aviv for a solitary life, torn between his attraction to men and his past, navigating societal prejudice across different timelines.

A Very Natural Thing

1974 Drama, Romance

A 26-year-old gay ex-monk and a school teacher are living in Manhattan. When he meets a man at a gay bar, they quickly move in together, but their differing views on monogamy create tension.

SHORT FILM

Small Arms

2017 Drama, Thriller

A college student in Northern Michigan, besieged by anonymous homophobic threats, turns to a reclusive survivalist for shooting lessons, determined to assert his strength and resolve in the face of adversity.

Body Electric

2017 Drama

Elias, dreaming of the sea, faces increasing responsibilities at the factory as summer approaches. A night out with coworkers opens new horizons of encounters and desires, shaping his path amid seasonal change.

Moffie

2019 Drama, Romance

In 1981 South Africa, a young man navigates his compulsory military service while keeping his homosexuality hidden.

The Wise Kids

2011 Drama

Brea, a pastor's introspective daughter, Laura, her hyperactive devout friend, and Tim, confronting his homosexuality, navigate faith, doubt, and the quest for personal freedom.

Like Me

2022 Drama

Follows Tom navigating a demanding relationship and hidden desires while struggling with his feelings for his friend.

Wilde

1997 Drama, Romance

Oscar Wilde grapples with his homosexuality and its repercussions.

SHORT FILM

Dino at the Beach

2022 Drama, Romance

Dino plans to relax and catch some sun on the beach until Sebastian, a stranger, arrives on the island. They spend an amorous afternoon together, but each interprets their encounter differently.

Give or Take

2020 Comedy, Drama

Returning to Cape Cod after his father's death, a New Yorker navigates memories and conflicts with his father's boyfriend as they reconcile their shared loss.

Kept Boy

2017 Comedy, Drama, Romance

A story of love, greed - and moisturizer.

Give Me Your Hand

2008 Drama, Romance

Twin 18-year-olds hitchhike to their mother's funeral in Spain, forever altering their lives.

Peridot

2022 Drama, Romance

Gabriel, a male gigolo on Skid Row, forms an unlikely bond with Martha, an elderly author, navigating complex relationships and personal sacrifices.

Y Tu Mamá También

2001 Drama

In Mexico, two teenage boys and an older woman embark on a road trip and learn a thing or two about life and each other.

The Stranger by the Beach

2020 Animation, Romance

Shun's heart gravitates towards Mio, a guy who often sits by the beach or walks around with a long face. Three years after an abrupt goodbye, when they meet again, love's beautiful tapestry binds them anew.

Wild Tigers I Have Known

2006 Drama

A poetic exploration of a boy dealing with his sexuality, navigating unrequited love for a popular student.

Three Months

2022 Comedy, Drama

Caleb's life takes a dramatic turn when he is exposed to HIV. During the three-month wait for his results, he unexpectedly finds love in the most unlikely of places.

Wandering Heart

2021 Drama

The story revolves around Santiago, a troubled father grappling with his own emotions, entangled in a tumultuous relationship with his teenage daughter who yearns to assert her independence.