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After a painful breakup, Michael escapes to Venice, Italy, hoping to heal. Surrounded by the city’s timeless beauty, he unexpectedly finds a love that rekindles his spirit and challenges everything he thought he knew about himself. What begins as a search for solitude turns into a passionate romance that will change the course of his life forever.
Celebrated at top LGBTQ+ film festivals, Sex Love Venice won both the Director’s Choice Award and the Audience Award at Cinema Diverse – Palm Springs LGBT Film Festival. It has also been officially selected at the Virginia Queer Film Festival and Barcelona Queer Film Festival, earning praise for its heartfelt storytelling and breathtaking European backdrop.
From acclaimed director Steve Balderson, this visually stunning and deeply emotional film stars Daniel Bateman, Alexander Ananasso, Mink Stole, Suzanna Akins, Zaramok Bachok, and Pleasant Gehman. Their powerful performances bring to life a story of love, loss, and self-discovery that unfolds against the dreamlike canals of Venice.
With the intimate storytelling of Call Me By Your Name, the raw emotion of Moonlight, and the passionate energy of Brokeback Mountain, this LGBTQ+ romance delivers a compelling journey of new beginnings and the transformative power of love.
A must-watch for fans of queer cinema, indie romance, and LGBTQ+ storytelling, Sex Love Venice captures the essence of love, travel, and self-discovery. Whether drawn to the beauty of Italy, the depth of LGBTQ+ narratives, or the thrill of unexpected romance, this film is an unforgettable experience.
OUR THOUGHTS: This is a wonderful film that truly deals with a lack of true intimacy between men who love men. All set against the beauty of Italy.