This year marks the 30th anniversary of the introduction of protease inhibitors, which changed the whole landscape of AIDS and HIV, but in many ways, it also marks the beginning of the end of public dialogue on the pandemic in general. The lack of discussion and dialogue has given way to the birth of so many myths about gay sex in general.  A combination of fear and ignorance has given rise to so many misunderstandings about the safety of sexual intercourse that is so unnecessary and actually sad too.

Hence, we so want to recommend this brilliant wee film made by the Sexual Health Center in Cork, Ireland, MY DAY IS THE SAME AS YOURS. Starring Gabriel Marttin de França, who lives with HIV and works as their LGBTQIA+ Support Worker, the film explores HIV stigma, visibility, relationships, resilience and what it means to live well with HIV in 2026.

Directed by their HIV Program Manager Ian Brennan, in collaboration with filmmaker Jack Deacon, the film celebrates something simple but powerful: ordinary life. It’s about living, loving, connecting, caring for yourself, and thriving — and recognizing that HIV does not define a person’s story.