225 Must-See Films Exploring LGBTQ+ Relationships and Identity Growth

Lucky Blue

2007 • 28 min

Romance, Drama

Olle, a quiet and sincere boy, has spent years camping with his father and others at the same site, culminating in an annual karaoke party. One summer, a family friend brings her reserved nephew, Kevin, and his budgerigar. Olle accidentally…

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Sideline Secrets

2006 • 96 min

"Sideline Secrets" centers on Devon Tyler, a high school senior with a seemingly perfect life: a great girlfriend, a supportive family, and academic success. But beneath the surface, things are far more complicated. As Devon grapples with his emerging sexuality,…

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You, Me and Him

2007 • 18 min

Drama, Romance

As their futures shift, Danilo, Lucas, and Marcos form a close connection. Navigating the everyday—video games, milk cartons, and moments of sadness—they must learn to build a life together.

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Third Man Out: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2005 • 99 min

Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Detective Donald Strachey, himself gay, is assigned to protect John Rutka, a controversial activist who publicly reveals the sexual orientations of well-known people.

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Shank

2009 • 94 min • Budget $25K • Box office $713K

Drama, Action

Cal, a teenager involved in a gang, keeps his sexual identity hidden from his peers, who often show hostility towards anyone different. His life changes when he rescues Olivier, a student, from a senseless assault. This encounter opens him up…

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Time to Leave

2005 • 78 min

Drama

Romain, a 31-year-old fashion photographer with a terminal illness, decides to end his life alone. He wants to empower those around him to continue living after he's gone, rather than extending his life with treatments or being overwhelmed by pity.

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Get Real

1998 • 111 min • Budget $1M • Box office $1M

Drama, Romance

Steven, a teenager, longs to connect with John, the school's popular athlete, while grappling with his own hidden feelings about his sexuality. He confides in his best friend, Linda, as he tries to understand himself. A chance meeting leads Steven…

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Like It Is

1998 • 90 min

Drama, Romance

This drama follows Craig, a young boxer from Blackpool, as he experiences love and life in London. He becomes drawn to Matt, a successful music producer nearly twice his age. Their relationship develops as they navigate their different worlds –…

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Three

2010 • 119 min • Box office $2M

Romance, Drama, Comedy

Hanna and Simon have been married for twenty years, but their relationship has grown stale. They independently begin affairs with the same man, Adam, who is unaware of either of their marital statuses. Their deception unravels when Hanna becomes pregnant,…

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Elliot Loves

2012 • 92 min

The film follows two distinct periods in the life of a Dominican-American man: his childhood attempts to connect with his mother, and his experiences seeking romance as a 21-year-old in New York City.

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Gone, But Not Forgotten

2003 • 90 min

A man with memory loss struggles to piece together his past, jeopardizing his developing relationship with the park ranger who found him.

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August

2011 • 100 min

Drama

August follows Troy and Jonathan, two former lovers who reconnect after a difficult breakup. Years after living in Spain, Troy returns to Los Angeles and calls Jonathan for coffee. What begins as a casual meeting evolves into a rekindling of…

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Between Love & Goodbye

2009 • 97 min

This is a contemporary story exploring the complexities of romantic relationships, charting the journey of connection and separation. It follows the challenges and uncertainties experienced while navigating love.

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Seeing Heaven

2011 • 106 min

A strikingly handsome escort is plagued by dreamlike episodes he can't explain. His clients begin experiencing these visions too, a phenomenon that both frightens and fascinates them.

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North Sea Texas

2011 • 96 min

Drama, Romance

A teenage boy in a quiet Belgian seaside town has his predictable life disrupted by the arrival of a charming stranger.

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Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2008 • 85 min

Donald Strachey, a well-known gay private investigator in America, faces his toughest case yet. When his partner, Tim, asks him to find out who made a large, anonymous donation to the Albany youth center, Donald becomes entangled in a web…

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Breaking the Cycle

2002 • 62 min

Jason prefers anonymous gay encounters arranged through an online chat room, while his roommate Chad hopes to find a serious relationship. After a friend shows Chad how to access the chat room, he connects with someone calling himself "Hook-Up Boy,"…

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Crutch

2004 • 88 min

David presents a picture of suburban normalcy, but his family life is crumbling. Struggling with his circumstances, the vulnerable teenager becomes captivated by Kenny, a handsome, thirty-something former actor now working as a theater coach.

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Date and Switch

2014 • 91 min

Comedy

Two friends make a deal to lose their virginity before their high school prom. Their bond is strained when one of them reveals he's gay.

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The Curiosity of Chance

2006 • 95 min

Comedy, Drama

Back in the 1980s, amidst new wave culture and bold fashion, Chance Marquis, a new student, struggles to find his place. His unusual personality makes him a target for the school bully. Seeking help, Chance connects with two unlikely allies:…

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Heartbeats

2010 • 97 min • Budget $464K • Box office $62K

Drama, Romance

Francis, a young gay man, and Marie, a young straight woman, are best friends until they both become captivated by the arrival of Nicolas at a Montreal coffee shop. The friends find themselves vying for Nicolas' attention, leading to a…

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Judas Kiss

2011 • 94 min • Budget $500K

Drama, Science Fiction

A strange anomaly in time and space offers a struggling filmmaker a chance to alter his past when he returns to his unusual college.

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C.O.G.

2013 • 92 min

Comedy, Drama

A confident young gay man journeys to Oregon for a job on an apple farm. Thrust into an unfamiliar environment, he confronts challenges to his identity and beliefs from the people he meets.

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What Happens Next

2011 • 100 min

When wealthy businessman Paul Greco (Jon Lindstrom) retires early, his controlling sister Elise (Wendie Malick) tries to arrange a suitable marriage for him. However, Paul is more drawn to a friendship with Andy (Chris Murrah), a likable gay man he…

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Beginners

2011 • 104 min • Budget $3M • Box office $14M

Drama, Romance, Comedy

Months after his father Hal Fields dies, Oliver meets Anna, a lively and unconventional woman. Their relationship brings back memories of Hal, who, after his wife of 44 years passed away, embraced his sexuality at 75 and embarked on a…

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Back Soon

2007 • 83 min

Back Soon is a story about love, loss, identity, and hope. It explores the relationship between Logan Foster, an aspiring actor, and Gil Ramirez, a reformed drug dealer. These two men, who both consider themselves straight, find themselves inexplicably drawn…

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Any Day Now

2012 • 97 min

Drama

In the late 1970s, a mentally handicapped teenager is abandoned and found by a gay couple who open their home and hearts to him. They become the family he's always longed for. However, when authorities discover the unconventional living arrangement,…

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Newcastle

2008 • 107 min

Romance, Drama

Seventeen-year-old Jesse feels overshadowed by his brother Victor's unfulfilled potential as a professional surfer. Despite thriving in the ocean, Jesse is constantly reminded of his working-class life by the nearby coal barges. He possesses the talent to escape this reality…

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In & Out

1997 • 90 min • Budget $35M • Box office $63M

Comedy

A dedicated Midwest high school teacher begins to question his identity after a former student makes a remark about his sexuality at the Academy Awards. The comment triggers an introspective journey, forcing him to re-examine his life and societal expectations.…

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Children of God

2011 • 104 min

Johnny, an art student in Nassau with flawless technique, struggles with creative stagnation. His teacher sends him to Eleuthera, where he encounters Romeo, a charismatic musician. A hesitant romance blossoms between them. Though publicly engaged and considered heterosexual, Romeo secretly…

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Camp

2003 • 114 min • Box office $1M

Comedy, Music, Drama

Feeling like outsiders at home, a group of young people find belonging at a musical-theater camp. The sports counselor is largely overlooked as the students dedicate themselves entirely to rehearsing for a demanding performance schedule – a new show every…

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A Very British Sex Scandal

2007 • 85 min

This court case, a major scandal that shocked the country's standards, captivated the nation and had a lasting impact on Britain.

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Undertow

2009 • 100 min

Drama, Romance

A married fisherman grapples with the conflict between his love for his husband and his feelings for another man, all within the constraints of his community's deeply held customs.

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Eating Out: Drama Camp

2011 • 91 min

Comedy

Zack and Casey's relationship is struggling, but a drama camp is about to shake things up. While there, Zack meets Benji and they're cast as a couple in a provocative adaptation of *The Taming of the Shrew*. The role challenges…

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Mulligans

2008 • 90 min

Drama, Romance

Tyler Davidson invites his college friend Chase home for the summer, and a hidden truth emerges that puts his seemingly ideal family at risk.

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All Over the Guy

2001 • 95 min • Box office $1M

Comedy, Romance

This romantic comedy follows two young adults in their twenties who are set up on a blind date by their close friends, with the intention of sparking a romance between them.

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The Broken Hearts Club: A Romantic Comedy

2000 • 96 min • Budget $1M • Box office $1M

Comedy, Drama, Romance

This film follows a group of gay friends as they navigate the highs and lows of life: love, loss, new chapters, envy, fatherhood, and career achievements. Through laughter and heartbreak, these men support each other through life's challenges, forging unbreakable…

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Savage Grace

2007 • 97 min • Budget $4M • Box office $1M

Drama

The film examines the infamous scandal of the 1970s, focusing on the complex relationship between Barbara Baekeland and her son, Antony. Barbara, a lonely woman married to the wealthy but emotionally distant plastics heir Brooks Baekeland, is deeply devoted to…

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Shelter

2007 • 89 min • Budget $500K • Box office $142K

Drama, Romance

Zach puts his artistic ambitions aside to provide for his sister and nephew, taking on a series of unfulfilling jobs. He spends his time painting, surfing, and with his close friend Gabe, often wondering about his path. When Gabe's older…

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Baby Love

2008 • 90 min

Comedy, Drama, Romance

Emmanuel and Philippe are deeply in love, but their differing views on having children create a rift. Emmanuel decides to pursue parenthood, risking the relationship with Philippe. The film explores the challenges they face when trying to have a child…

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Broken Sky

2006 • 140 min

Gerardo is devoted to his long-term partner, Jonas. However, Jonas develops feelings for someone he meets at a nightclub, leaving Gerardo devastated. Seeking comfort, Gerardo finds himself drawn to Sergio. Despite these developments, Gerardo and Jonas are unable to fully…

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The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green

2005 • 88 min

Ethan Green (Daniel Letterle) easily attracts attention, but finding a serious relationship proves difficult. Faced with three options – a young, attractive woman, a handsome athlete, and his soon-to-be-married ex – will he finally find the right person, or is…

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Rock Haven

2007 • 78 min

In the coastal California town of Rock Haven, eighteen-year-old Brady and his mother seek a fresh start with the goal of spreading their religious faith. While on the beach, Brady meets Clifford, a charismatic and athletic young man who is…

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Monster Pies

2013 • 85 min

Drama, Romance

Mike has always felt isolated, but everything changes when a new student joins his school. This arrival sparks unexpected emotions and opens up a world of possibilities he never imagined.

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You I Love

2004 • 86 min

Vera and Tim are successful young professionals whose lives are upended when Tim accidentally hits a young Kalmyk immigrant, Uloomji, with his car. The two men begin an affair, creating tension as Vera struggles to understand their connection and Tim's…

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Private Romeo

2011 • 97 min

Eight male cadets are stranded at a remote military academy, where an intense romantic story begins to unfold among them, deeply affecting their lives.

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Naked Boys Singing!

2007 • 95 min

The Off-Broadway musical *Naked Boys Singing* has been successfully adapted for the screen. This revue features songs that humorously explore themes of gay life, body image, love, loss, and longing.

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Naked as We Came

2013 • 84 min

Drama

Amidst a peaceful setting, the film explores themes of love, loss, and hope, prompting the question: What do you truly dream of? An unexpected phone call draws Laura and her brother Elliot to their family estate, where they discover their…

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Redwoods

2009 • 82 min

Redwoods is a deeply romantic story about a man in a committed relationship whose love is challenged by the arrival of an enigmatic stranger in his quiet Northern California community.

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Where We Began

2006 • 14 min

A couple struggling with addiction find themselves reunited at the place where their relationship began.

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Watch Out

2008 • 89 min

This dark comedy explores the increasingly disturbing behavior of Jonathan Barrows, a narcissistic college professor consumed by his own body. His sexual fascination with himself leads him down a path of escalating obsession. Rejecting those who desire him, Barrows ultimately…

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Stranger by the Lake

2013 • 100 min • Budget $1M • Box office $1M

Drama, Thriller

During a summer spent searching for connection at a busy lakeside spot in the French countryside, Frank encounters Michel. Michel is attractive and enigmatic, and Frank quickly becomes deeply in love with him.

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The String

2009 • 93 min

Romance, Drama

After years in France, Malik returns to Tunisia grappling with grief over his father, a secret he can't share with his mother, and lingering childhood fears. His worries begin to ease when he develops feelings for Bilal, the quiet houseboy…

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Just One Time

1999 • 104 min

A fireman's fiancée agrees to a three-person relationship with another woman, but only if he also participates with a man. This arrangement threatens their upcoming wedding.

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The Green

2011 • 90 min

Michael Gavin and his partner Daniel leave New York City for a quieter life on the Connecticut coast, where Michael plans to finish his first novel. Their peaceful existence is shattered when a high school student accuses Michael of inappropriate…

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Wedding Wars

2006 • 88 min

While planning his brother Ben's wedding, Shel, a gay party planner, strikes in protest of inequality after discovering Ben is supporting a political speech opposing gay marriage.

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David's Birthday

2009 • 106 min

Mystery, Drama, Romance

Two couples are spending a summer at the beach. The arrival of one couple's adult son unexpectedly awakens feelings in the husband of the other couple. The story explores whether these burgeoning, potentially inappropriate emotions will have negative consequences.

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Vacationland

2006 • 104 min

Todd Verow draws on his own adolescence in this film. The story centers on Joe, an 18-year-old high school senior from Bangor, Maine, who yearns to escape his working-class background and the town itself, dreaming of art school. He lives…

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Gayby

2012 • 85 min

Jenn and Matt, college friends in their thirties who are both happily single, decide to try for a baby together. Jenn teaches hot yoga and works for her boss, while Matt struggles with writer's block and lingering feelings for a…

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Adam & Steve

2005 • 99 min

Adam and Steve, two young gay men, share an awkward one-night encounter. Almost twenty years later, Adam works as a Manhattan tour guide, and Steve is a psychiatrist, and they reconnect, unaware of their shared history. They start dating and…

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The Falls

2012 • 115 min

Romance, Drama

"The Falls" tells the story of two missionaries who develop a love for each other while serving their mission in a small Oregon town. RJ arrives with Elder Merrill to share their faith based on the teachings of Joseph Smith.…

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The Conrad Boys

2006 • 93 min

Following his mother's death, 19-year-old Charlie Conrad drops out of college to care for his 9-year-old brother, Ben, in this heartfelt drama. However, the weight of responsibility makes Charlie long for a typical life. His outlook improves with a vibrant…

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Circuit

2001 • 130 min

John, a handsome police officer hiding his true self in a small town, relocates to Los Angeles. He is quickly drawn into the vibrant gay scene, embracing a lifestyle of fitness and lively nightlife. Featuring authentic footage from circuit parties…

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Billy's Hollywood Screen Kiss

1998 • 92 min • Box office $2M

Comedy, Romance

"Kiss Me Like This" follows Billy Collier, a photographer who plans a project recreating famous movie kisses, using drag queens as the female leads. He chooses Gabriel, a waiter who says he's straight and in a relationship, as his male…

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Eating Out 2: Sloppy Seconds

2006 • 79 min

Romance

To win over his crush, Kyle pretends to be straight with the help of Gwen and Tiffani, aiming for Troy, a popular new student and nude model. He ends up joining a campus ex-gay support group and even gets a…

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Role/Play

2010 • 85 min

A soap opera actor who has just come out meets a gay marriage activist who has recently divorced. Their encounter leads them both to examine the costs of fame and how easily celebrity can change perceptions within the gay community.

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Because of a Boy

2002 • 86 min

Drama, TV Movie

After being publicly revealed as gay in high school, Vincent is forced to navigate the significant changes this brings to his life. He must adjust to the consequences of the outing and reshape his relationships with his friends and family.

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Morgan

2012 • 89 min

Morgan is the inspiring story of Morgan Oliver, a gay young athlete who refuses to let a paralyzing bicycle accident define him. He connects with Dean Kagen on a basketball court and explores a chance at love. Dean assists Morgan's…

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Secrets

2007 • 15 min

Five teenagers gather for a night with a deck of cards, and secrets unravel. The night quickly spirals into deception, revenge, and encounters with intimacy, leading to a volatile confrontation.

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Brokeback Mountain

2005 • 134 min • Budget $14M • Box office $178M

Drama, Romance

Set in 1960s Wyoming, the film follows two men whose deep emotional and sexual bond becomes a lasting part of their lives. This connection shapes their experiences as they build marriages and raise families.

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The Third One

2014 • 72 min

Drama, Romance

Fede, 22, connects with a gay couple online and meets them for a private encounter in a downtown building. The night brings a profound and revealing experience for Fede. The following morning, he feels changed, as though he's discovered a…

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Eating Out: The Open Weekend

2011 • 82 min

Comedy, Romance

During a vacation to a gay resort in Palm Springs, a couple, Zack and Benji, decide to explore their open relationship. Their trip takes an unexpected turn when Zack encounters his ex-boyfriend, Casey. As they're surrounded by attractive, carefree men,…

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Silent Youth

2012 • 73 min

In Berlin, two young people meet and are drawn to each other. As they begin to connect, they become increasingly uncertain, struggling with conflicting feelings of embarrassment and attraction.

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The Lost Coast

2008 • 74 min

Mark, Jasper, and Lily are in their early twenties and longtime friends from high school. Mark is gay and lives with Lily, his former girlfriend, while Jasper is straight and about to get married. The three are a cynical and…

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Buffering

2011 • 82 min

Facing mounting credit card debt, Seb and Aaron find themselves in a difficult situation. Aaron makes a drastic decision, secretly filming their intimate moments to share online, which quickly generates significant income. Seeing a path to financial recovery, Seb agrees…

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Out in the Dark

2012 • 96 min • Box office $26K

Drama, Romance, Thriller

A Palestinian graduate student and an Israeli lawyer connect and develop a romantic relationship against a backdrop of complicated personal lives and ongoing political tensions.

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Pit Stop

2013 • 80 min

Drama

In a small, working-class Texas town, openly gay Ernesto and his closeted friend Gabe navigate the difficulties of being gay.

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Free Fall

2013 • 97 min • Box office $599K

Drama, Romance

Marc has a promising career in law enforcement and a baby on the way, so his life appears perfect. Everything changes when he meets fellow officer Kay during their routine jogs. Marc experiences a newfound sense of comfort and ease,…

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Drift

2000 • 86 min

A man in a relationship develops feelings for another man and attempts to navigate a romantic relationship involving all three of them.

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WTC View

2005 • 104 min

In the heart of Soho, a gay man searching for a new roommate navigates a shifting world as he grapples with the aftermath of 9/11 and a changed reality.

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Get Your Stuff

2000 • 93 min

A well-to-do gay couple hoping to adopt find their lives unexpectedly disrupted when they welcome two troublesome brothers into their home.

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The Boy with the Sun in His Eyes

2009 • 91 min

John becomes the assistant to Solange, a famous Italian horror actress and singer, and is excited to enter her stylish, artistic European life. However, as Solange's world of parties and drugs turns deadly, John starts to doubt her intentions. This…

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Hideaways

2011 • 90 min

In the Furlong family, the firstborn of each generation possesses a unique ability. James learns his during a tragic accident that kills his father and grandmother. Plagued by a mysterious darkness, he retreats to the forest, determined not to hurt…

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Broadway Damage

1997 • 111 min

This quirky romantic comedy explores the challenges of finding love within the gay community. Marc, a struggling actor, finds an apartment in New York City by an unusual method and lives with his unconventional friend Cynthia. Meanwhile, Marc's best friend…

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Howl

2010 • 84 min • Budget $5M • Box office $1M

Drama

San Francisco, 1957. The film *Howl* is put on trial. The movie recounts this difficult time through three connected stories: the personal journey of a young Allen Ginsberg as he became a poet, the public response to the controversial trial,…

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Eleven Men Out

2005 • 87 min

Iceland's top football star creates a sensation by coming out to his teammates, sparking a journey of self-discovery fueled by media attention. He subsequently loses his starting position and leaves his professional team for a local amateur squad composed of…

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Tumbledown

2013 • 80 min

Todd Verow’s Tumbledown, based on true events, is a gripping story exploring the complexities of sexuality. A love triangle forms when Jay invites Nick, a bartender, to spend a weekend with him and his partner at their rural cabin. The…

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Hawaii

2013 • 106 min

Romance

Eugenio offers his childhood friend Martin a summer job. A dynamic of power and attraction develops, leading to a relationship that evolves beyond friendship.

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Straight-Jacket

2004 • 96 min

In 1950s Hollywood, movie star Guy Stone agrees to marry a studio secretary, Sally, to hide his sexuality. Sally is unaware the marriage is a pretense and unexpectedly disrupts Guy's life. Shortly after they are married, Guy begins to develop…

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Food of Love

2002 • 105 min

A talented young pianist gains the attention of renowned musicians. Their paths cross unexpectedly, leading to a connection where everyone must navigate their hopes and expectations.

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Cowboys & Angels

2004 • 86 min • Budget $2M • Box office $33K

Comedy, Drama

A clumsy civil servant's life takes an unexpected turn when he moves into an apartment in Limerick with a fashion-forward gay student, and unexpectedly finds himself becoming a successful model. This modern story captures the spirit of youth in Ireland…

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The Visitor

2011 • 70 min

Cibrâil, a young police officer, is content with his life in Berlin, sharing a happy relationship with his girlfriend and feeling accepted in his community despite his Turkish heritage. His life is disrupted when his girlfriend's cousin arrives, profoundly changing…

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Arizona Sky

2008 • 92 min

Jake and Kyle are two boys who grew up together in rural Arizona. Best friends, their relationship deepens when Jake's family moves to California. Despite the distance, they maintain a strong emotional connection. Years later, Jake, feeling isolated and burdened,…

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Angels of Sex

2012 • 105 min • Budget $500

Romance, Drama

Carla and Bruno think they understand everything until Rai enters their world – a captivating and enigmatic young person who lives by their own rules. This is a story about love and friendship, where boundaries blur to the beat of…

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Beautiful Thing

1996 • 92 min • Box office $1M

Comedy, Drama, Romance

On a scorching summer in Thamesmead, a large estate in Southeast London, the lives of three teenagers become connected as they deal with the difficulties of becoming adults. This moving story about growing up explores their journeys of finding themselves,…

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Dorian Blues

2005 • 88 min

In his final year of high school, Dorian comes to understand he is gay. He connects with another young gay person in his community but remains uncertain about his feelings. He begins therapy, seeks guidance from the Church, and eventually…

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Green Plaid Shirt

1997 • 87 min

This touching drama follows five gay friends navigating life's complexities at the start of the AIDS crisis in 1978, when everything felt within reach. Phillip and Guy experience the excitement of new love, while their friends Devon, Jerry, and Todd…

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Kill Your Darlings

2013 • 103 min • Budget $5M • Box office $1M

Drama, Romance, Thriller

In 1944, a murder brings together the leading poets of the emerging Beat Generation: Allen Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac, and William Burroughs.

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Play a Song for Me

2009 • 102 min

In a small, rural Brazilian town, a teenager known as Mr. Tambourine Man spends his time online, at school, and with his best friend Diego, often smoking marijuana with his dysfunctional mother. He dreams of leaving his hometown to see…

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Watercolors

2008 • 114 min

Drama, Romance

Carter, a troubled teenager, spends a weekend with his father's friend and begins flirting with her son, Danny. When school resumes, Carter, a popular athlete, tells Danny he doesn't want to be seen with him. Their relationship deepens outside of…

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