International Gay shorts: What Might Have Been (HKLGFF 2025)

In a boy's fantasy world, this collection of shorts takes you through themes of tragedy and joy. It explores his unique universe, blending past, present, and future experiences while touching on Coming-Of-Age, romance, and homoeroticism. Ultimately, it leaves you questioning: What Might Have Been...?

Runtime 100 mins, Post-screening Sharing#, Director in Attendance

IKAROS REBORN
Director: Menelas
Greece / 2024 / 8 mins
Asian Premiere
A poetic BDSM love story reimagines the Ikaros myth with a happy ending on Ikaria Island.

BLUE BOY
Director: Nik DODANI
United States of America / 2024 / 15 mins
Hong Kong Premiere
A mischievous Indian American boy believes he’s Krishna—only to realize he’s discovering he’s gay.

HEY DAD
Director: WANG Wei Fan
Taiwan / 2024 / 6 mins
Asian Premiere
After 20 years of rehearsing the truth for his father, a man delays honesty once more, hoping time will make it easier.

ONE DAY THIS KID
Director: Alexander FARAH
Canada / 2024 / 18 mins
Hong Kong Premiere
Director in Attendance, Asian Premiere
A first-generation Afghan Canadian slowly finds his identity while living in his father’s shadow.

COUSIN
Director: Alejandro JATO
Spain / 2025 / 24 mins
Hong Kong Premiere
During his first communion, Antón has a life-changing experience that shifts how he sees the world.

TWINS
Director: LIM Hyung Kyu
South Korea / 2024/ 12 mins
Lead Actors in Attendance, International Premier
This summer, a man reunites with his ex while dating someone new --caught in a love triangle between two lovers.

AT LEAST WE HAD THIS MOMENT
Director: Joshua de VERA
Philippines / 2025 / 20 mins
Director and Lead Actors in Attendance
In Old Manila, guide Vince and photographer Dino skip the usual tour to explore hidden parts of Escolta, rediscovering how the city’s spaces have changed over time.

#13/9/2025 SAT 5:15pm Broadway Cinematheque
21/9/2025 SUN 3:30pm Premiere Elements