Brighton Screens Club Kid
Jordan Firstman's debut feature has garnered widespread acclaim for its portrayal of New York's gay scene. The film tells the story of a club promoter whose life is turned upside down by the arrival of his 10-year-old son.
Dir: Jordan Firstman
Cast: Jordan Firstman, Reggie Absolom, Cara Delevingne, Diego Calva, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Colleen Camp, Vicki Pepperdine, Nigil Whyte
126 mins · 2026 · United States of America · English
IMDb 8.1/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 100% · Metacritic 84/100 · Trakt 87%
Awards: 2 wins & 6 nominations total
The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 84 out of 100 score on Metacritic. Club Kid is a comedy-drama that follows the story of Peter Green, a hard-partying New York City club promoter who discovers he has a 10-year-old son. The film is written, directed, and starring Jordan Firstman, who makes his feature directorial debut.
The film boasts an impressive cast, including Cara Delevingne, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Diego Calva. With its electrifying and exuberant portrayal of New York's hedonistic gay scene, Club Kid celebrates empathy, community, and the unconditional love between a father and his son. The film has been praised for its authentic and non-judgemental depiction of queer party culture.
Club Kid will be screened at the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton on Saturday, 14 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The film has a runtime of 122 minutes and is certified 15. With its universal acclaim and numerous award nominations, Club Kid is an event not to be missed.
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