Jordan Firstman Meets Estranged Son in Cannes Hit
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Jordan Firstman’s film "Club Kid," which premiered at Cannes and sparked a $17 million bidding war won by A24, has released its first trailer ahead of its November 6 theatrical release.
- The film stars Cara Delevingne, Diego Calva, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Reggie Absolom, and follows a queer party promoter who reconnects with his 10-year-old son, prompting him to reconsider his lifestyle.
- Variety’s Guy Lodge praised "Club Kid" as a “sweet, surprisingly old-fashioned heartwarmer,” highlighting its stylistic nod to director Sean Baker’s work.
- A24 secured distribution amid competition from Netflix, Searchlight, Focus Features, and Mubi, with plans to position "Club Kid" as a major awards contender alongside Jesse Eisenberg’s "The Debut."
- Firstman emphasized the importance of fully supporting and promoting his queer cast during the film’s promotional tour, including covering travel and accommodation expenses.
