Jordan Firstman on 'Club Kid': A Tender Queer Drama About Chosen Family Premiering at Cannes
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Alison Foreman
The kind of bagel that ruins lesser bagels for you.
Summary
Jordan Firstman, a multi-talented artist known for his work as a writer, actor, singer, and comedian, makes his feature directorial debut with 'Club Kid,' premiering at Cannes 2026. The film follows a washed-up party promoter whose life changes when an unexpected visitor arrives. Firstman discusses the tender exploration of queer nightlife, chosen family, and the personal vulnerability behind the project. The interview reveals how Firstman balances charisma with emotional honesty, and how 'Club Kid' represents a more intimate, heartfelt turn in his career.
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Firstman has spent years making audiences feel like they know everything about him without fully surrendering the parts of himself that might actually hurt.
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