Als je onder de indruk was van 'Brokeback Mountain' (2005), het hartverscheurende verhaal over verboden liefde en emotionele worstelingen, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die vergelijkbare thema's van liefde, verlangen en maatschappelijke druk verkennen. Of je nu op zoek bent naar romantiek, drama of een diepgaand verhaal, deze selectie biedt iets voor elke kijker.

Maurice (1987)
Beschreibung: A period drama that examines same-sex love in early 20th century England, contrasting societal repression with personal liberation and the search for authentic relationships.
Fakt: The film was based on E.M. Forster's novel, which wasn't published until after his death due to its homosexual themes. Director James Ivory insisted on casting unknown actors to maintain authenticity.


The Danish Girl (2015)
Beschreibung: A poignant exploration of gender identity and transformation, following one of the first known recipients of gender confirmation surgery and the impact on her marriage and personal journey.
Fakt: The film is based on the lives of Danish painters Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. Eddie Redmayne spent months researching transgender identity and worked closely with the transgender community to prepare for his role.


The Kids Are All Right (2010)
Beschreibung: A contemporary family drama that explores the complexities of long-term same-sex relationships, parenting, and the unexpected challenges that can test familial bonds.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 23 days. Annette Bening and Julianne Moore's characters were originally written as a heterosexual couple in early script drafts before being reimagined as lesbians.


A Single Man (2009)
Beschreibung: A visually striking meditation on love, loss, and isolation, following a gay professor as he navigates grief and finds unexpected connections in 1960s Los Angeles.
Fakt: This was fashion designer Tom Ford's directorial debut. The film's distinctive color palette shifts to reflect the protagonist's emotional state throughout the story.


The Way He Looks (2014)
Beschreibung: A tender coming-of-age story about a blind teenager discovering his first love and navigating the complexities of friendship, independence, and sexual awakening.
Fakt: The film originated as a 17-minute short that won the Teddy Award at the Berlin Film Festival. It was Brazil's official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 87th Academy Awards.


Blue Is the Warmest Color (2013)
Beschreibung: An intense and raw portrayal of a young woman's sexual awakening and passionate relationship with another woman, exploring identity, desire, and the evolution of love over time.
Fakt: The famous sex scenes took 10 days to film. The film won the Palme d'Or at Cannes - an extremely rare honor where the award was given to both the director and the two lead actresses.


Carol (2015)
Beschreibung: A tender and visually stunning portrayal of a forbidden love affair between two women in 1950s New York, exploring themes of societal constraints, self-discovery, and the courage to love authentically.
Fakt: The film was shot on Super 16mm film to achieve its distinctive grainy, nostalgic look. Patricia Highsmith's original novel was titled 'The Price of Salt' and published under a pseudonym due to its controversial subject matter.


Moonlight (2016)
Beschreibung: A deeply emotional coming-of-age story that follows a young Black man grappling with his sexuality and identity across three pivotal stages of his life, set against a backdrop of societal and personal struggles.
Fakt: Moonlight was made on a budget of just $


Love, Simon (2018)
Beschreibung: A groundbreaking mainstream coming-of-age comedy about a high school student navigating the challenges of coming out, first love, and self-acceptance.
Fakt: This was the first major studio teen romantic comedy to focus on a gay protagonist. The film's soundtrack features multiple songs by indie pop artist Bleachers.


Call Me by Your Name (2017)
Beschreibung: Explores a passionate and forbidden summer romance between two men in a picturesque setting, delving into themes of desire, identity, and the bittersweet nature of fleeting love.
Fakt: The film's iconic peach scene was improvised by actor Timothée Chalamet during filming. The movie was shot on location in Crema, Italy, to capture the authentic 1980s atmosphere.
