Gay Movies About Coming Out

From Jean-Marc Vallée, starring Michel Côté, Marc-André Grondin, Danielle Proulx, Émile Vallée
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C.R.A.Z.Y. is a French-language Canadian drama film released in 2005. Directed and co-written by Jean-Marc Vallée, it tells the story of Zac, a young boy growing up in a conservative Catholic family in 1960s Quebec. Zac struggles to come to terms with his homosexuality, which eventually leads to a painful separation from his family. Throughout the story, music plays a significant role in Zac's life, connecting him to his family, friends, and ultimately himself. The film follows Zac as he reconciles his faith and sexuality and ultimately learns to accept himself. C.R.A.Z.Y. was a critical and commercial success, winning several awards and garnering numerous nominations.

From Daniel Ribeiro, starring Ghilherme Lobo, Fabio Audi, Tess Amorim, Lúcia Romano
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The Way He Looks is a Brazilian coming of age drama film directed by Daniel Ribeiro. The film follows the story of Leonardo, a blind teenage boy living in São Paulo, as he navigates his way through life and his growing feelings for his best friend, Giovana. With the help of his parents, teachers, and classmates, Leonardo slowly begins to discover his independence and find his place in the world. Along the way, he learns about love, friendship and the importance of family. This heartfelt and nuanced exploration of teenage life is sure to touch viewers of all ages.

From Matthew Warchus, starring Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, Dominic West, Paddy Considine
Rated R

Pride is a 2014 British comedy-drama film directed by Matthew Warchus. The film follows a group of lesbian and gay activists who, in support of the families of striking miners in 1984 Wales, decide to raise money to support them. Despite a lack of support and acceptance from many of the local miners and their families, the activists are ultimately successful in their mission. Through their struggles, prejudice and bigotry are overcome, and bonds of friendship and solidarity are forged between the LGBT activists and the miners. Ultimately, all parties are inspired to stand up for what they believe in, regardless of their differences.

From Abdellatif Kechiche, starring Léa Seydoux, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Salim Kechiouche, Aurélien Recoing
Rated NC-17

Blue Is the Warmest Colour is an intimate and deeply moving film that chronicles the story of Adele (Adele Exarchopoulos), a high school student who discovers her own sexuality through a brief, passionate relationship with a female art student, Emma (Lea Seydoux). Adele embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring and embracing her newfound identity and sexual awakening. As her and Emma's relationship grows, so does Adele's understanding of herself and her place in the world. Ultimately, the movie is about embracing and accepting yourself for who you are, no matter what anyone else thinks.

From Gregg Araki, starring Brady Corbet, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elisabeth Shue, Chase Ellison
Rated Unrated

Mysterious Skin is an independent film directed by Gregg Araki. It follows the lives of two teenage boys, Neil and Brian, who, as children, were sexually abused by their Little League coach. As they grow up, the traumatic experience affects their lives in very different ways. Neil is a troubled street hustler and Brian is an introverted astronomer obsessed with alien abduction. As their paths cross, they are forced to confront their pasts and the truth of what really happened.

From Kimberly Peirce, starring Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny, Peter Sarsgaard, Brendan Sexton III
Rated R

Boys Don’t Cry is a 1999 film directed by Kimberly Peirce and starring Hilary Swank. It tells the true story of Brandon Teena, a transgender man living in Falls City, Nebraska, who is raped and murdered at the hands of two local men. The movie follows Brandon’s efforts to escape the small town and experience a life of freedom and acceptance. Along the way, he faces obstacles in the form of harassment and violence, as well as his own inner struggles with identity and belonging. In the end, Brandon’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit.

From Pedro Almodóvar, starring Gael García Bernal, Fele Martínez, Javier Cámara, Daniel Giménez Cacho
Rated NC-17

From Xavier Dolan, starring Anne Dorval, Xavier Dolan, François Arnaud, Suzanne Clément
Rated Not Rated

From Peter Jackson, starring Melanie Lynskey, Kate Winslet, Sarah Peirse, Diana Kent
Rated R

From André Téchiné, starring Élodie Bouchez, Gaël Morel, Stéphane Rideau, Frédéric Gorny
Rated Not Rated

From Alexander Payne, starring Matthew Broderick, Reese Witherspoon, Chris Klein, Jessica Campbell
Rated R

From Marco Kreuzpaintner, starring Robert Stadlober, Kostja Ullmann, Miriam Morgenstern, Jürgen Tonkel
Rated R

From Michael Cuesta, starring Brian Cox, Paul Dano, Bruce Altman, Billy Kay
Rated R

From Michael Burke, starring Emile Hirsch, Richard Jenkins, Tom Guiry, Pablo Schreiber
Rated R

From Bavo Defurne, starring Ben Van den Heuvel, Eva van der Gucht, Thomas Coumans, Katelijne Damen
Rated Not Rated

From Gus Van Sant, starring River Phoenix, Keanu Reeves, James Russo, William Richert
Rated R

From Auraeus Solito, starring Nathan Lopez, Soliman Cruz, JR Valentin, Neil Ryan Sese
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From Lucía Puenzo, starring Ricardo Darín, Valeria Bertuccelli, Germán Palacios, Carolina Pelleritti
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From David Moreton, starring Chris Stafford, Tina Holmes, Andersen Gabrych, Stephanie McVay
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From Léa Pool, starring Piper Perabo, Jessica Paré, Mischa Barton, Jackie Burroughs
Rated R

From Jamie Babbit, starring Natasha Lyonne, Clea DuVall, Michelle Williams, Brandt Wille
Rated R

From Sébastien Lifshitz, starring Jérémie Elkaïm, Stéphane Rideau, Marie Matheron, Dominique Reymond
Rated R

From Pawel Pawlikowski, starring Natalie Press, Emily Blunt, Paddy Considine, Dean Andrews
Rated R

From Tennyson Bardwell, starring Michael McMillian, Lea Coco, Steve Fletcher, Mo Quigley
Rated Not Rated

From Brian Dannelly, starring Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit
Rated PG-13