I love watching queer movies, but there are a lot of underrated ones that don't get the credit they deserve. In honor of Pride Month, here are a bunch that you should definitely check out. Enjoy!
1.Of an Age (2022) is a romantic drama that's centered around a young guy who has an unexpected, intense hookup with his best friend's older brother. There are a bunch of wild twists that occur, and I promise they'll make you feel every emotion possible.
2.Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2017) is a scandalous documentary that follows Scotty Bowers, the real-life man who basically served as a pimp for every secretly gay celeb from the '40–'80s. The stories in it are so freaking wild, and if you love Old Hollywood or celebrity gossip then you need to watch this.
3.Stranger by the Lake (2013) is an erotic French thriller that you should NOT watch with your parents. Its setting is a nude beach where men like to cruise, but things get especially intense after a murder occurs.
4.The Way He Looks (2014) is a Brazilian coming-of-age movie that follows a blind teenager and a school's new student as they try to navigate life, love, and independence. It'll genuinely have you smiling sooooo much.
5.The Pass (2016) stars Russell Tovey as a closeted pro soccer player who hooks up with his teammate, and we see how their relationship changes over the years. They're basically shirtless for most of the movie, so you're welcome.
6.Crush (2022) is a really cute teen rom-com about a high-schooler who joins the track team to get closer to her crush. The best part is that all of the characters are out and proud, and there's no trauma or anything involved, which is so rare in YA queer movies.
7.The Dreamers (2003) is about an American in 1960s Paris who becomes extremely close with a brother-sister duo. It's rated NC17 for a reason, and you'll see why.
8.Tangerine (2015) is so chaotic in the best way possible. It follows two trans sex workers on Christmas Eve in Hollywood, and it's a wildddd ride. The movie was actually shot entirely on an iPhone by Sean Baker, the guy who made The Florida Project and Red Rocket, in case you needed any more convincing.
9.Handsome Devil (2016) is a coming-of-age film that stars Nicholas Galitzine as a school's secretly gay rugby star. It's just super heartfelt, and Andrew Scott is also in it, so trust me on this one.
10.Another Country (1984) is a drama where Rupert Everett and Colin Firth play outsiders at a boarding school in 1930s England. It's beautiful, smart, and an instant classic. If you like Maurice or Call Me by Your Name then you'll love this one.
11.Sauvage (2018) is a super raw movie that follows a twentysomething sex worker on the streets of Paris who really just wants to find love. Some scenes are especially intense and NSFW, so, again, I'm begging you to not watch this one with your parents.
12.Taekwondo (2016) is a sleeper hit, and by that, I mean not much actually happens in the movie, but the payoff is incredible. Go into it blindly, and just know that all of Marco Berger's films are queer and spicy. You're welcome.
13.Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019) is a French period drama about forbidden love, and it's so hot that it'll melt your face off. I randomly think about the ending at least once a month.
14.Disclosure (2020) is a fascinating documentary that examines how Hollywood has depicted trans people in TV and movies throughout the years. Via interviews with experts and celebrities, it uncovers what sort of impact that portrayal has had on society and American culture. This one should be required viewing for everyone.
15.I Am Jonas (2018) is a French drama that's centered around a queer man at two key points in his life: as a teen and then in his 30s. There are some wild plot twists, so just get ready.
16.Closet Monster (2015) stars Connor Jessup (call me – I'm single) as a graduating senior who desperately wants to escape his small town and his family's complicated dynamics. Isabella Rossellini voices his hamster's imaginary thoughts, so, like, what the heck are you waiting for?
17.And finally, Fire Island (2022) is basically a gay, modern remake of Pride and Prejudice, and it'll star all your new favorite people. What more could you want?
