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I’m Not Gay

I’m Not Gay

2023
Documentary
81 min NR Australia
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A conflicted gay man struggles to teach his younger self about the challenges of adult life. Searching for answers inside stories from his past, he must confront his…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Nathan Short
Starring
Cooper Alexis / Jarryd Doyle / Bill Daopeng Liu / Nicholas Davies / Brendan Palmer / Cédric Foley / Bruno Jimenez / Lio Chavez

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Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Mar 21, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'I'm Not Gay' presents a daring and unconventional narrative, challenging viewers with its experimental blend of documentary and musical theatre. The film's strength lies in its unflinching examination of a gay man’s struggle with his identity and the…

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Arthur Pendelton
Mar 21, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

Rarely does a film arrive with such a distinct and compelling artistic statement. 'I'm Not Gay' is a masterclass in experimental filmmaking, using its documentary-musical structure to delve into the profound internal battles of its protagonist. The performances…

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Genevieve Dubois
Mar 21, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

An intriguing, if somewhat self-indulgent, piece. 'I'm Not Gay' attempts a brave fusion of documentary realism and musical theatre to explore a gay man’s journey of self-acceptance. The cast, notably Nicholas Davies and Brendan Palmer, commit fully to…

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Marcus Thorne
Mar 21, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that dares to be different. 'I'm Not Gay' is a fascinating hybrid, weaving personal history with musical interludes to dissect the complexities of gay identity and burgeoning adulthood. The performances, particularly from the ensemble…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 21, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'I'm Not Gay' is a bold, albeit uneven, foray into introspective cinema. Cooper Alexis, in what appears to be a central role, navigates the film's experimental structure with commendable vulnerability. The integration of musical numbers, while ambitious, occasionally…

FAQs

'I'm Not Gay' interrogates notions of power and masculinity within the modern Australian landscape. Through the protagonist's personal struggles and his confrontation with his past and future self, the film offers a nuanced perspective on societal expectations and the individual's fight for self-definition. It suggests that traditional ideals of masculinity are being challenged and redefined.