Dance of the 41 (2020)

Dance of the 41 (2020)

Dance of the 41 (2020)

Dance of the 41 (2020)
El baile de los 41 (original title)
1h 39m | Biography, Drama, History | 19 November 2020 (Mexico)

Storyline:

Based on the Ball of the Forty-One which was a society scandal in early 20th-century Mexico. The incident revolved around an illegal police raid carried out in November 1901 in a private home in Mexico City. The scandal revolved around that that of the group of men who attended, 19 were dressed in “feminine” clothing. Despite the government’s efforts to hush the incident up, the press was keen to report the incident, since the participants belonged to the upper echelons of society (including the son-in-law of the incumbent President of Mexico). This scandal was unique in that it was the first time homosexuality was openly spoken about in the Mexican media and had a lasting impact on Mexican culture.

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The Taste of Betel Nut 2017

The Taste of Betel Nut 2017

The Taste of Betel Nut 2017

The Taste of Betel Nut 2017
Bing Lang Xue (original title)
1h 24m | Drama | 27 April 2017 (Hong Kong)

Storyline:

Li Qi works for a dolphin show, his friend Ren Yu works karaoke on the beach along the coast where they live. When a young woman Bai Ling joins the two men, a three-way relationship seems possible. Together, they set out to test the limitations of a restrictive society and their own sexuality. But a shocking event that rocks them to the core will have a deep and lasting effect on them.

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French Kisses 2018

French Kisses 2018

French Kisses 2018

French Kisses 2018
1h 56m | Drama | 19 January 2018 (USA)

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A collection of the best gay stories France has to offer. From tales of teenage sexual awakening, to searing studies of complex adult relationships, these six films are both quintessentially French and undeniably Universal.

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A Wake 2019

A Wake 2019

A Wake 2019

A Wake 2019
1h 37m | Drama | 31 August 2021 (USA)

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The children in a religious family clash with their parents as they prepare for the wake of their brother, Mitchel. Teenage Mason desperately tries to reach his lost identical twin through spiritual means. Precocious preteen Molly meticulously organizes the event expecting everything to go exactly as planned. Megan, their older sister, returns home after a long absence, no longer interested in repressing the truth. Their Baptist grandmother and parents attempt to maintain normalcy when an unexpected stranger, Jameson, arrives — forcing the family to face secrets and lies around Mitchel’s death.

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The Nest 2016

The Nest 2016

The Nest 2016

The Nest 2016
O Ninho (original title)
26m | Drama | 1 August 2016 (Brazil)

Storyline:

Bruno, a young soldier who has just run away from the Brazilian Army, travels to Porto Alegre in search of his brother Leo, who he hasn’t seen in years. Bruno can’t find Leo but meets Leo’s friends and learns about his life. As Bruno discovers a new space where he is free to be himself and explore his sexuality, he finds a new family away from home. Portuguese audio with English subtitles.

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Lockdown 2021

Lockdown 2021

Lockdown 2021

Lockdown 2021
1h 36m | Drama | 23 July 2021 (Philippines)

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At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Danny is one of the OFWs who lost their job because of the crisis. Upon returning home, Danny escapes the quarantine facility to reunite with his family only to be welcomed by the dire condition of his invalid father, Gener. Looking for a decent job, Danny seeks the help of his former gay benefactor, Lito, in order to finance Gener’s medication. Instead, Lito endorses Danny to his friend Rene, who runs an online sex den masquerading as a legitimate coffee shop. This opens Danny to the world of cybersex.

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The Christmas House 2020

The Christmas House 2020

The Christmas House 2020

The Christmas House 2020
1h 24m | Drama, Romance | 22 November 2020 (USA)

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Working through some difficult decisions, Mitchell family matriarch Phylis and patriarch Bill have summoned their two grown sons–Brandon and TV star Mike–home for the holidays. They hope that bringing the family together to recreate The Christmas House will help them find resolution and make a memorable holiday for the entire family and community. As Brandon and his husband Jake make the trip home, they are anxiously awaiting a call about the adoption of their first child. Meanwhile, Mike reconnects with his high-school sweetheart Andi.

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Fashion Victim 2008

Fashion Victim 2008

Fashion Victim 2008

Fashion Victim 2008
1h 30m | Thriller | 2008 (Spain)

Storyline:

The story of Andrew Cunanan, the aging gay hustler who killed fashion icon Gianni Versace, comes to the screen in this fact-based drama from director Ben Waller. An emotionally unstable party boy who was growing too old for the nightclub scene, Cunanan (Jonathon Trent) fell into petty theft and drug dealing before embarking on a brutal killing spree that began in late April of 1997.

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Being Brave 2021

Being Brave 2021

Being Brave 2021

Being Brave 2021
19min | Short, Drama | 1 January 2021 (Canada)

Storyline:

Beckett, a precocious and resilient twelve-year-old, travels the bumpy road of a young boy living in complicated times. Beckett craves the love and acceptance of his divorced parents, but sees it jeopardized by the constant bullying he receives at school because of his father’s sexuality. Incensed by the latest homophobic taunts by his mother’s new boyfriend’s son – Spencer – Beckett reacts, standing up for himself and unleashing a chain of events that in his eyes will resolve the situation he finds himself in and keep him safe.

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