gay youth

39 movies and shows

China Dolls

Sat, 20 Jun 1998

Aussie boys of Asian descent candidly discuss their status as a "minority within a minority".

Golden Delicious

Wed, 12 Oct 2022

When a hot, openly gay new neighbour moves in across the street, high school senior Jake is forced to think about what - and who - he really wants.

The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros

Wed, 13 Jul 2005

Maxi, a boy on the cusp of his teens, is already comfortable with his homosexual feelings, with acceptance from his family. When Maxi is assaulted one evening, Victor, a police officer, comes to his aid. Maxi soon develops a crush on Victor, who shows a platonic affection for the young lad.

I Am So Happy

Fri, 01 Apr 2011

Fragments of a Saturday winter day. The Vittenzein brothers are alone at their family house. Mateo stops by to pick up Bruno and Camilo and drive them to the country house where their mother awaits. A sudden break slam brings them into the intimacy of a waste land.

Dear Evan Hansen

Fri, 24 Sep 2021

Evan Hansen, a high schooler with social anxiety, unintentionally gets caught up in a lie after the family of a classmate who committed suicide mistakes one of Hansen’s letters for their son’s suicide note.

Joe Bell

Mon, 14 Sep 2020

The true story of a small town, working class father who embarks on a solo walk across the U.S. to crusade against bullying after his son is tormented in high school for being gay.

I'm Not Afraid

Thu, 30 Sep 2021

Two guys are attracted to each other. They go to the same school and spend a lot of time together. During a big party, there is a massive debate about genders. Will this change the attitude of the guys?

Hidden Away

Fri, 03 Oct 2014

At the age of 14 the world around you changes at a dizzying speed. But what if actually it's you that changing? What if these changes take you away from what up until now, has been your world? Ibrahim and Rafa are going to suffer these changes for themselves, experiencing first love in a way they never could have imagined. And having to keep it Hidden away.

I Am Jonas

Fri, 23 Nov 2018

When Jonas was 14 he met the charismatic but mysterious Nathan. In addition to guiding him in grappling with his sexuality, Jonas soon confronts something dark and even dangerous about his new friend. Now an attractive, sexually assured adult, memories from this time still haunt Jonas.

Hidden Kisses

Thu, 04 Feb 2016

Nathan, 16, lives alone with his father Stephane. A newcomer in high school, he is invited to a party and falls in love with Louis, a boy in his class. They find themselves out of sight and kiss each other, but someone takes a picture of them. Soon, the photo is published on Facebook and a storm overtakes their lives as they face bullying and rejection.

The Favor

Tue, 28 Aug 2001

A gay youth can't face buying porn at his local newsstand: will his straight friend help him?

Bonus Track

Fri, 11 Oct 2024

George, a 16-year-old who believes he is a future star musician, can't believe his luck when the son of a famous duo takes an interest in his music. This new arrival helps him rehearse for a talent show and leads both boys to learn from each other and grow closer.

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

Fri, 08 Sep 2023

Two teenage Mexican-American loners in 1987 El Paso explore a new, unusual friendship and the difficult road to self-discovery.

They're All Idiots

Sat, 18 Sep 2021

Based on the director's own school days, this film was made with love for his classmate Satoru, who is bullied after people spread the word that he is gay, and Sosuke, who is not good at talking to people and has no friends. This is a coming-of-age drama that depicts the emotional exchange between two lonely high school boys who end up in the same hotel room during a school trip.

Royalty

Tue, 05 May 2020

Tired of seeming invisible in their high school, and in an effort to make space for gender non-conforming kids in high school traditions, Jax makes a bid for the homecoming court.

Winter Boy

Wed, 30 Nov 2022

Lucas is a 17-year-old gay teenager coping with the sudden and unexpected death of his father in an accident that may or may not have been suicide. He views his life as a wild animal in need of taming. Between a brother settled in Paris and a mother with whom he now lives alone, Lucas will have to fight to rediscover hope and love.