TV & Movie / Jun. 27, 2020
It is the annual World Pride Month and, although physical events are hindered all around the world due to the pandemic, the proud spirit that unite us never fades. Here are some of the most acclaimed gay movies selected by the two major international LGBTQ+ film festivals, Frameline and Outfest. Watch them and celebrate Pride!
End of Love (Hong Kong)
Following his mother's agonizing death, Ming rents a room owned by Cyrus, who is a rent boy that leads Ming into a life of decadent. Yan, Ming’s lover who can’t bear to see Ming live the way he does, takes action to put an end to his debauchery. With the support of a fellow inmate Keung, Ming manages to survive the rehabilitation centre. Upon being released, Ming moves in with Keung, only to face yet another emotional challenge…
The Nest (Brazil)
Bruno, a young military deserter, travels to Porto Alegre in search of his older brother, who he hasn’t seen for years. Instead, he meets his brother’s lover and a gang of queer friends. Far from home, Bruno discovers his brother’s world, and in turn, a new home. (Currently unavailable in Germany, Austria, German Speaking Switzerland and Brazil)
Esteros (Argentina)
Matias and Jeronimo have known each other since childhood. Their friendship takes a new turn during the holiday before starting high school when they both experience their sexual awakening. They then loose contact due to Matias’s father’s decision to move to Brazil. Years later, Matias returns to his old town for the carnival with his girlfriend. He unexpectedly runs into Jeronimo. Old feelings would soon rekindle, but at what price? (Currently unavailable in USA, Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Germany, UK and Spain)
Sodom's Cat (Taiwan)
When Sun attends a sex party organized via a dating app, he finds himself more perplexed than aroused. Despite everyone’s best efforts, nothing seems to turn him on. What is the secret of Sun’s desires?
Gentleman Spa (Taiwan)
Hao, a chubby gay man, works as a janitor at a gay spa. For him, romantic relationships are unreachable dreams. One day, an attractive customer named Kai walks in and gives Hao an unexpected opportunity to massage him. As they get to know each other, they start bonding with each other. However, things do not go as smoothly as Hao expected…
Disclosure (USA)
Tyler realizes that it's time to talk to his partner about his HIV status, a revelation that takes them both on an emotional journey of heartache, isolation, and discrimination.
OVO (France)
As a fascist party OVO rises, Laurent who is gay plans to flee the country with his Arab boyfriend. On the path that leads him to exile, he recalls the striking events that led him to abandon everything…
Top 10 Places to Visit in São Paulo (Brazil)
On a Sunday, two photographers walk around São Paulo trying to connect with the city, and slowly fall in love with each other.
Inside the Chinese Closet (The Netherlands, China)
Andy devotes his days and nights to looking for a lesbian wife of convenience who could possibly bear his child; from online search to underground marriage markets, he is meeting all sorts of girls. Will Andy deny his own happiness and sexual orientation to satisfy his parents’ wishes?
Real Boy (USA)
Real Boy is the coming-of-age story of Bennett Wallace, a transgender teenager on a journey to find his voice. As he navigates the ups and downs of young adulthood, he works to gain the love and support of his mother. Along the way, Bennett forges a powerful friendship with his idol, Joe Stevens, a celebrated transgender musician.
Mama Rainbow (China)
For Chinese parents, finding out that their kids are gay is often a tragedy, for the majority of them consider homosexuality of their children unacceptable. However, a fresh rainbow wind has been blowing over the Chinese mainland in the past few years, as we see six moms from across the continent tell their stories about their gay children.
Out Run (USA, Philippines)
As leader of the world's only LGBT political party, Bemz Benedito dreams of being the first transgender woman in the Philippine Congress. But in a predominantly Catholic nation, rallying for LGBT representation in the halls of Congress is not an easy feat. Bemz and her eclectic team of queer political warriors must rethink traditional campaign strategies to amass support from unlikely places.
Side by Side, Eye to Eye: El Mejunje de Silverio (Spain, Cuba)
El Mejunje de Silverio is a cultural centre located in Cuba. Rock concerts, exhibitions, theatrical performances, and children's shows are held there... But the venue is best known as a meeting place for the LGBT community, thus creating a fascinating melting pot of transsexuals, children, artists, rock 'n' rollers...
Lady Eva (Tonga, USA)
In the Kingdom of Tonga, the last remaining monarchy in the Pacific, traditional culture clashes with modern religious zealotry. And on the eve of the biggest day in her life, a young transgender beauty contestant is given an ultimatum by her Mormon family. With a fierce determination, Lady Eva takes off on a journey to become her true self – with a little inspiration from Tina Turner along the way.
With What Shall I Wash It? (Spain)
Day break in the red-light district of a Spanish town. Someone who earns their living in these parts makes their way home, sits down in front of the mirror and begins to remove their make-up. As they do so, they reflect on the events of the night to the strains of a song from the Middle Ages entitled “¿Con qué la lavaré?”, a lament about single women which was once sung in four-part harmony.
