Movies and TvShows featuring "gay-flirting" theme.
In 1980s Italy, romance blossoms between a seventeen-year-old student and the older man hired as his father's research assistant. In the summer of 1983, somewhere in northern Italy, seventeen-year-old Elio Perlman (Timothee Chalamet) is living with his parents (Michael Stuhlbarg and Amira Casar). His father, a professor of archaeology, has a graduate student come every summer to help with his research, and this year's student, Oliver (Armie Hammer) arrives to stay with the Perlmans. Elio gives up his room so Oliver can stay in there. With not much else to do, the two begin spending time together, with Elio showing Oliver around. The cerebral Elio finds gregarious Oliver to be arrogant - he doesn't like him very much. When everyone is out sunbathing and playing volleyball, Oliver lightly massages Elio's shoulder, and he recoils at the touch. But as Oliver continues prodding the moody Elio to hang out, they develop a back and forth banter. Elio writes to himself that he was too harsh to Oliver at first, he thought Oliver didn't like him. One night in town, Elio and his friend Marzia (Esther Garrel) see Oliver dancing and kissing a local girl, Chiara. The DJ plays 'Love My Way,' and Elio joins the dancing - afterward, he and Marzia go swimming in the night. The next day, he tells Oliver he almost had sex with her. Elio becomes increasingly interested in Oliver, tagging along on an excavation to spend time with him. Elio's mother reads a story about a knight who is unable to tell a princess he loves her. 'Is it better to speak or to die?' asks the prince. On a trip into town, Elio, without saying it explicitly, lets Oliver know he has feelings for him. Oliver tells him to pretend he never said that. On the way home, Elio takes Oliver to a creek that he calls his place. After playing in the water, they lay out in the sun and share a kiss. Elio wants to keep going, but Oliver tells him they haven't done anything wrong yet and should leave it there. Elio begins wearing a Jewish star necklace just like Oliver's, but Oliver is seemingly nowhere to be found over the next few days, seemingly avoiding Elio. Elio begins spending more time with Marzia. She tells Elio she's worried he's going to hurt her. He assuages her, and the two finally have sex. Elio writes and throws out note after note to Oliver - he finally settles on 'can't stand the silence, need to speak to you,' and leaves it under Oliver's door. He gets a note back that says, 'grow up. I'll see you at midnight.' Elio has sex with Marzia again, and then that evening goes to see Oliver. The two finally sleep together. Oliver tells Elio, 'Call me by your name, and I'll call you by mine.' Elio calls Oliver Elio. Oliver calls Elio Oliver. The next day, Oliver goes into town, and Elio follows him. Oliver is happy they slept together, but doesn't want Elio to regret anything. He worries he might mess him up. Elio just wants to be with Oliver, he says. Later, Elio is eating a peach and uses it to masturbate with. He finishes in the peach and leaves it on the dresser. When Oliver finds him later, he realizes what happened and goes to playfully eat the peach when Elio bursts into tears. He doesn't want Oliver to go. They continue spending time together, getting closer and more and more intimate. Marzia comes by to look for Elio, wondering why he's disappeared on her. He can't provide any explanation, leaving her devastated. Oliver's last stop before leaving the country is three days working in Bergamo. Elio's parents think it might be nice for Elio to go with him, so Oliver says goodbye to the Perlmans and the two of them take a bus to Bergamo. Alone together, the two see the sights, go out in the evening, and get drunk. Oliver hears 'Love My Way' playing from a car and runs towards it, dancing to the song. Finally, Oliver has to leave, and the two have a long hug goodbye. Elio watches Oliver get on the train and leave, and calls his mother to come pick him up from the station. He cries during the car ride home. Back in town, he encounters Marzia. She tells him she isn't mad at him, and the two agree to always be friends. Mr. Perlman notices how sad Elio is, and tells him that what he had with Oliver was a truly special friendship - more than a friendship. He tells Elio not to cut himself off from his feelings to not feel grief because then you lose the ability to feel the kind of joy he felt with Oliver. He tells him he came close, but never had the kind of connection that they had. The following winter, snow is everywhere. Chanukah candles are lit and latkes (traditional potato pancakes) are being prepared for the holiday dinner. Elio answers the ringing phone: it's Oliver calling. They tell each other they miss each other, then Oliver shares his news: he's engaged. The Perlmans jump on the line to say hello but then leave Elio and Oliver to speak. Elio tells Oliver they know about them, Oliver guessed as much. He says they always treated him like one of the family, as a son-in-law. They call each other by their names one more time, and Oliver tells Elio he remembers everything. Elio goes and sits in front of the fireplace, eyes welling up with tears as dinner is about to be served.
After years of being just friends, two guys realize they are in love with each other and navigate the challenges of coming out and reconciling their cultural differences.
Threesome (1994) follows a bizarre love triangle involving a straight woman, her gay roommate, and their new male friend. As they navigate their complex relationships, they explore their own sexualities and confront societal judgments.
Stranger by the Lake is a drama, romance, and thriller film released in 2013. The story revolves around a group of men who engage in anonymous sexual encounters at a remote lake. Franck, the main character, becomes infatuated with Michel, a confident and attractive stranger. As their relationship deepens, Franck discovers that Michel may be a murderer. Caught between desire and danger, Franck must navigate a treacherous path to uncover the truth and ensure his own safety.
The movie follows a teenage boy named Ethan who is struggling with his identity and sexuality. He forms a close bond with his male best friend, Josh, and starts to develop romantic feelings for him. As Ethan navigates through his emotions and experiences his first love, he also has to deal with the challenges of coming out to his single father and facing judgment from his peers. The story explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and self-discovery.
Mascarpone follows the story of a gay man who embarks on a journey of self-discovery after a breakup. Along the way, he finds himself working in a bakery, falling in love, and exploring his identity in Rome, Italy.
And Then We Danced is a drama and romance movie that follows Merab, a talented dancer in a traditional dance company in Tbilisi, Georgia. When a new dancer named Irakli joins the group, Merab's world is turned upside down as he discovers his own feelings and desires. The film explores themes of self-discovery, homophobia, and the power of dance as Merab navigates his way through a world that often sees his true identity as a threat.
Ned and Conor are forced to room together at their boarding school. The loner and the star athlete at this rugby-mad school form an unlikely friendship until it's tested by the authorities.
Sexual Tension: Volatile is an episodic film that delves into the complex dynamics of homosexual desire and friendship. Through a series of vignettes, the movie explores themes such as voyeurism, male bonding, and sexual attraction. Each story focuses on the diverse experiences of men navigating their desires and emotions, creating a captivating exploration of homoerotic tension.
Taekwondo is a movie that explores themes of male friendship and homosexuality in Buenos Aires. The story revolves around a group of men who gather at a villa in Argentina, where they engage in various activities such as swimming, playing tennis, and smoking marijuana. The plot focuses on the relationships and tensions between the characters, particularly their exploration of their own sexualities and the challenges they face in a society that may not fully accept them.
Making Love is a movie set in Los Angeles that explores themes of sexuality and love triangles. It follows the story of a married man who discovers his bisexuality and begins exploring his attraction to other men. The plot revolves around his journey of self-discovery, including his first gay sexual experience and the challenges he faces in coming out. The movie also touches on themes of homosexuality, extramarital affairs, and romantic rivalries. Overall, Making Love offers a compelling exploration of LGBT issues and the complexities of human relationships.
The Pass is a dramatic film that delves into the complex themes of sexuality and identity. It follows the story of two closeted professional football players who share a secret encounter on the night before their first game. Over the course of several years, their lives intersect at significant moments, forcing them to face their fears and desires. The film explores the internal struggles and external pressures faced by these characters as they navigate their careers and personal lives.
Yossi (2012) is a drama/romance movie that follows the story of an overweight gay soldier named Yossi who is struggling with grief and loneliness. After the death of his lover, he lives a workaholic life as a doctor in Tel Aviv. One day, he meets a young soldier who resembles his lost love, sparking new feelings and opening up the possibility of finding love and happiness once again.
Ernesto, a 17-year-old Jewish boy, embarks on a journey of self-discovery when he falls in love with a man twice his age. Along the way, he experiences heartbreak, cross-dressing, and the complexities of his own sexuality.
Jonas, a gay teenager, navigates through his troubled past and present while trying to uncover the truth behind a mysterious disappearance.
Set in the summer of 1999, an Australian teenager is swept up in a passionate 24-hour romance with his friend's older brother, challenging his understanding of love and his own sexuality.
Closet Monster is a coming-of-age drama that follows Oscar, a gay teenager from Newfoundland who is struggling to come to terms with his identity. He finds solace in his special-effects makeup artistry and his pet hamster, Buffy. As Oscar navigates the challenges of his small town and his dysfunctional family, he dreams of escaping to New York and finding acceptance and love.
Neukölln, a trendy district in Berlin. Living space is scarce here. Without surety, proof of credit worthiness and salary there is no chance at all now. Thies knows this game; he works for a real estate management company and watches that the rules are upheld - until he meets Bruno and Sonja. He provides the dissimilar siblings with a flat free of charge on the quiet. And enters into an affair with the brother. Step by step he becomes more deeply immersed in the secret of the "siblings". A Berlin film about a loner who gets caught up. About a couple with unclear residency status. About a city everyone wants to live in.
In 'The Swimmer,' a competitive swimmer faces various obstacles and personal struggles as he tries to find success in the swimming world. The movie explores themes of identity, sexuality, and the pursuit of dreams amidst societal pressures. With humor and drama, the film dives deep into the complexities of the swimmer's journey.
Love n' Dancing is a drama and romance movie set in the world of swing dance competitions. When a teacher and a student find themselves partnered up for a competition, they discover a deeper connection on and off the dance floor. The movie explores themes of love, passion, and personal growth.