Firstman's 'Club Kid' Debuts at Cannes, Wins Hearts
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- Club Kid premiered at Cannes in the Un Certain Regard program, marking Jordan Firstman's first feature debut.
- Jordan Firstman stars as Peter Green, a dissolute Brooklyn party promoter, delivering a self‑referential performance that mirrors his online persona.
- Club Kid shifts from an intense, drug‑fueled portrayal of New York queer nightlife to a sweet, old‑fashioned heartwarming narrative after the arrival of a nine‑year‑old boy.
- Cannes distributors lined up outside the screening, indicating strong market interest.
- Adam Newport‑Berra shot the ten‑minute opening sequence, which Taylor Levy and Sofía Subercaseaux edited into a bass‑driven montage.
Why it matters: Distributors gain a fresh, market‑ready queer‑drama; the film’s success bolsters Cannes' reputation for championing diverse, international voices, while audiences get a rare blend of edgy club culture and heartfelt storytelling.
