Hey there, movie enthusiasts! 🎬 Looking to expand your watchlist with some stellar lesbian films? We've got you covered.

Here are five must-see movies that offer a mix of romance, drama, and a dash of humor. Let's dive in!

 

1. The Handmaiden (2016)

Directed by Park Chan-wook, this South Korean masterpiece is a gripping tale of love, deception, and unexpected twists. Set in the 1930s, the story follows a con woman. She becomes a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress.

Their relationship takes unexpected turns. Intrigued? You should be.

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A dramatic scene from The Handmaiden (2016), a South Korean lesbian thriller featuring a forbidden love story between a con woman and a Japanese heiress. A must-watch sapphic film with stunning cinematography.

 

2. Pariah (2011)


This coming-of-age drama centers on Alike, a 17-year-old African-American embracing her identity as a lesbian. Navigating family dynamics and personal discovery, it's a heartfelt story that resonates deeply. Directed by Dee Ree it's a gem you shouldn't miss. 

📌 The Guardian

A heartfelt moment from Pariah (2011), an LGBTQ+ coming-of-age drama about a young Black lesbian navigating identity, family, and love. A powerful indie film with strong queer representation.

 

3. Saving Face (2004)


A charming romantic comedy-drama follows Wil, a Chinese-American surgeon. She tries to balance her life with her dancer girlfriend and her pregnant, unmarried mother. It's a charming exploration of love, culture, and family expectations. 

📌 Overachiever Magazine

A touching scene from Saving Face (2004), a lesbian romantic comedy exploring the love story between a Chinese-American surgeon and a free-spirited dancer while tackling cultural expectations. A classic sapphic rom-com.

 

4. D.E.B.S. (2004)


Ever wondered what happens when a group of plaid-skirted schoolgirls are actually secret agents? Enter D.E.B.S., a fun, campy action-comedy where one of the agents falls for a notorious female supervillain. It's as entertaining as it sounds. 

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A poster from D.E.B.S. (2004), a campy lesbian action-comedy featuring a romance between a secret agent and a female supervillain. A queer cult favorite for LGBTQ+ audiences.

 

5. The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (1995)


This indie classic tells the sweet story of Randy and Evie, two high school girls from different backgrounds who fall in love. It's a heartfelt portrayal of young love, complete with the challenges and joys that come with it. 

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A sweet teenage romance from The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (1995), a lesbian indie film following two high school girls from different backgrounds as they fall in love. A sapphic coming-of-age classic.

 

6. Nina’s Heavenly Delights (2006)


What’s it about? Love, food, and family collide in this British romantic dramedy. Nina comes home to run her late father’s Indian restaurant.

She unexpectedly falls for Lisa, her new business partner. If you like your romance with a side of delicious curry, this one’s for you.

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A cozy and romantic scene from Nina’s Heavenly Delights (2006), a British lesbian film mixing food, family, and love in a heartwarming sapphic rom-com. Perfect for LGBTQ+ movie fans.

 

7. My Days of Mercy (2017)


What’s it about? Elliot Page and Kate Mara star in this intense drama. It tells the story of two women who fall in love.

They are on opposite sides of a debate about the death penalty. It’s emotional, complex, and beautifully acted.

 📌 Letterboxd

An emotional moment from My Days of Mercy (2017), a powerful LGBTQ+ drama starring Elliot Page and Kate Mara, exploring love and moral dilemmas. A must-watch lesbian romance film.

8. Rafiki (2018)


What’s it about? This Kenyan film follows two young women who fall in love in a society that forbids it. It’s visually stunning, politically powerful, and brimming with chemistry. Also, it made history by being banned in Kenya—before being screened internationally to critical acclaim.

 📌 The Guardian

A vibrant scene from Rafiki (2018), a groundbreaking Kenyan lesbian film celebrating forbidden love in a conservative society. A visually stunning sapphic movie with a powerful political message.

 

9. Summerland (2020)


What’s it about? Set during World War II, this film tells the story of a quiet writer named Gemma Arterton. She unexpectedly cares for a young evacuee.

This experience brings back memories of her lost love for a woman. It’s poetic, tender, and perfect for fans of historical romance.

 📌 Empire Magazine

A nostalgic moment from Summerland (2020), a historical lesbian drama set in WWII, following a reclusive writer’s love story with another woman. A must-watch sapphic period film with breathtaking cinematography.

 

10. Margarita with a Straw (2014)


What’s it about? This is a lovely Indian film about Laila. She is a woman with cerebral palsy. Laila explores her sexuality and falls in love. Her partner is a blind Pakistani activist. It’s heartfelt, eye-opening, and refreshingly unique.

 📌 IndieWire

A tender moment from Margarita with a Straw (2014), an Indian LGBTQ+ drama about a young woman with cerebral palsy exploring her sexuality and falling for a blind Pakistani activist. A unique and heartfelt lesbian romance.

 

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