Love You Thank You (LGBTQ Short Film)

Lance relives the good and the bad in his past relationship to decide whether or not to see his ex-boyfriend, Adam, that night.
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TRACK LIST:
3:52 -- Donnie, "Hooks"
10:07 -- Donnie, "Stir Crazy"
19:53 -- Donnie, "Shadows You Throw"
24:23 -- Evan Liu, "its ok"
25:41 -- Greg Atkinson, "Only Me"

[@ronishareneus7279]

I'm sorry but did anyone one else die when he said "sometimes I eat Reece's because I hate my self" that killed me😂that so awful and relatable 😂

[@adinaahmed9739]

Thats so Roro SAME😂😂

[@d0vakk]

Omg no not out loud but yes inside and my chest yelled at me

[@Krystieee]

Thats so Roro same 😂😂😂😂

[@dobby6799]

That comment was consistent with his feelings. He ate the Reeces because he hated himself; he was boyfriends with Adam because he hated himself. You are right; that is awful but there are others who behave the same way.

[@sanjs4650]

This was really good. Both script and acting were impressive. I felt myself in the character of the protagonist. it's so topical of the modern gay man. very well done!

[@thefilipinojoe]

Awesome message. The old saying is you can’t love someone else unless you first love yourself. It’s not true. You can. But it’s not anyone else’s job to love you. It’s yours. When someone else loves you, it’s a gift. It shouldn’t be something you lack and need, but something extra that you love receiving.

[@bigtimefans100]

This was brilliant. It had so much meaning and used a perspective that highlights so much of the character's individual vs self conflict intertwined with the presentation of conscience- while showing every piece of memory tied to a wave of emotions. This was beautiful in such an artistic way that captured the smallest details up front when the audience finally saw the truth behind the Art Exhibition pieces- at the same time the main character did. I loved that it addressed human emotion, and a viewpoint on dysfunctional relationships, along with its small spotlight on mental health and internal conflict. This has to be one of my favorite short films and I will be definitely recommending it. Well done.

[@scorphia007]

Incredible acting good job 👏🏼 I love this ❤️

[@talldarkandsouthern]

What an exceptional film; writing, acting, camera work, scene transitions, music, editing. I've watched it through a few times to enjoy it all again. I don't recall being so captivated, second to second, by a such a well produced film. Great relatable story. Thank you. The talent expressed here has got to be experienced by more people. I hope your path is cleared to share more.

[@aoife6038]

"Is this me??" *"I just wanted to draw something beautiful today."*

[@avrahammoskowitz143]

Great job Chad!

[@HyltonProductions]

Thank you! :)))

[@chazharrison5646]

Avraham Moskowitz l

[@prakrutipatil6469]

This is actually amazing.... I love it the acting is so natural,this is the best short film I've ever seen... loved it ❤

[@sophiemiah02]

Omg this is the best short film I have watched, it is so good and emotional and you get stuck into the story, both characters are amazing x

[@marinanewman3619]

this is hands down the best film i've ever seen. thank you so so much

[@andreagiovanni4612]

so I've cried over it a lot. But it's too beautiful and full of meaning. Thank you for this

[@justsnapoutofit]

The allergic to peanuts guy is soooooooo fucking fineeeeee Poor guy, not being able to eat m&ms (my fav. Chocolates) is just... It isn't life

[@dokibunni]

The actors are absolutely amazing and the message is beautiful.

[@caitlyntraxler6493]

This was literally the best thing ever best short film on the earth and the storyline was amazing and i just don't even have words

[@samkingsway6564]

That was Incredible! So thought provoking, poignant, and inspiring. Amazing story, acting and message. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@Geezman1977]

That ending hook really got to me. Such a universal story.

[@gaidindi]

18:35 Hahaha switch on the subtitles to see what he truly says within himself in sec 46. Congrats Adam, so am I

[@charlesyoungblood6113]

Wow , what a lovely and deep Film . Everything so true and thanks for making it !

[@Yaziceed]

This is one of the best short films out there ❤️

[@KBALBERIC27]

OK, this was a powerful shortfilm

[@juliaesposito7350]

this hurt my heart but I loved it so much

[@imjustasadtwigoflemonmyrtl9043]

Two amazing actors!! 🙌🏼

[@magnolia397]

amazing!

[@nope6021]

At the hand holding I was like "awwww oh my god cute I need a girlfriend fuck hand holding seems real nice right now" then he said Lance and I had a moment. Fan goggles suddenly on.

[@jayjay2172]

I love this, it's so good

[@Angel-dw6vl]

My favourite short film 💛

[@k-swizzle3076]

“i get it. he was molasses smooth and surgery sweet like a snicker fuckin doodle, and you chowed down on that shit like a thirsty little bitch.” alrighT THIS SHORTFILM BETTER HAVE GOTTEN AN AWARD.

[@willowb2899]

This was the best.

[@renatabubblegum6524]

Can I get all of the names and addresses of the people who disliked this masterpiece so I can "pay them a little visit"? Thank you😊

[@axzeralzane9799]

5:22

[@royunnati8752]

what is the song playing in 19:53 ?

[@HyltonProductions]

Roy Unnati This is "Shadows You Throw" by Sara Donnellan! Check out her BandCamp at saradonnellan.bandcamp.com :)

[@royunnati8752]

HyltonProductions thank you really but I found her on SoundCloud. it's a beautiful song btw

[@jaydenlogic9797]

I feel bad for lance. Adam led him on and it wasn't fair!

[@sanitizerwilson1599]

People these film makers are smart the main characters Lance and Adams it names after a disease😅😊😃 LOL Lance-Adams Syndrome. Too FUNNY!!!!

[@aniyasgarden1553]

I'm crYING.. this is SO FUCKIBG AMAZING SJCHRNNDNDJDJRBD

[@mbr2000_]

THATS MY COUSIN PLAYING LANCE IM SO PROUD

[@jessicadrew3614]

awwwwww

[@williamderekclean6315]

is he in what's app

[@memebigboy8573]

Morgan Rush was i awkward for him around 5:33 ?

[@paolomacedone453]

Handsome guy

[@Aardvark37]

God, he's gorgeous!

[@haileypenney9222]

I think that this is probably one of the best short films I've ever watched.It had meaning and it was emotional.It was amazing.

[@HyltonProductions]

Thank you so much! :)

[@jbrcook01]

HyltonProductions This hit so close to home. As a Gay man myself, these are very real problems, and I find this to honestly be a way to learn about myself.

[@dheyaaabdulrazak2010]

I like this short film I like to be have boyfriend

[@kobishami6917]

Dheyaa Abdulrazak A masterpiece, pure truth, most of us went through it on our own

[@josemarin2617]

​@@HyltonProductions❤

[@56sissidu]

Learn to love yourself before loving someone else

[@cehathiara2899]

Just_Saraa reminds me of rupaul

[@SomeOne-ee6fs]

can i get an amen 😂😂

[@eugeniorodriguez9293]

Ceha Hyra La mordedura de cobra

[@michenry8]

wHERE MA PEOPLE AT

[@lukacrosszeria2864]

YAS TRUE

[@SofieAnn]

This was absolutely beautiful and I almost cried My analysis: I see it as though both of them are hurting in different ways. Adam is struggling with his homosexuality. He doesn’t want to look at Lance during sex, he says he doesn’t know what he’s doing, etc. Lance is struggling with self love. He even says he eats Reese’s pieces because he hates himself. He’s so desperate to be with someone because he doesn’t want to be alone. This causes his to look past Adams behavior. Obviously, it’s fucked up that Adam doesn’t tell Lance how he felt before displaying it in an art show. However, Lance comes to terms with his problems because of it. At the end, he dances with himself, which is a symbol for him finally loving and accepting who he is.

[@tracyparry4216]

Wot caused all of this

[@SounderMom31]

Thank you for being able to put into words what I was thinking and feeling about this brilliant short film. ❤

[@sophiawilson8696]

@@SounderMom31 I just found this the other day and watch this short film number of times already. I understand Lance part. Adam behavior is questionable was he experiencing with Homosexuality? He was not sure what he is? Like he says he been with few Eve's but never with a Steve!. Is he a bisexual? Or Pansexual? What is he doing? He should told Lance what going on this stage of life..

[@direaxxle8300]

love yourself before go In a relationship, this has quite an impact nice.

[@PoserKilledTheScene]

Bravo! This was absolutely a pleasure to watch! How you transitioned from one scene into another was spot on. You've made me look back at some my relationships and realize however much I thought I knew someone, I still never knew their deeper inner feelings. Thank you for sharing! Seriously a job well done!

[@punkkitty7670]

PoserKilledTheScene A “PLEASURE” to watch

[@Franchesco1484]

This is just one of the best gay short movies I have ever seen

[@HyltonProductions]

Thank you so much!! :)))

[@copman109a]

Yep- well made and excellent acting.. Lots of gay movies are well intentioned but have crappy acting. I believed what these guys said.

[@boezow]

Who else here isn't gay but still enjoyed the film? I know I did

[@jeanaevann1316]

Yesss😍🤣😂😂

[@PatrieShadie]

Me😂

[@gianaswag725]

I've seen like 20 of short films tonight and half of the guy's name was Adam

[@ya_fbr]

Question is, how frequent was the 'Adam and Steve' pun?

[@funkypunkymonster]

SNICKER FUCKING DOODLE 😂😂😂😂😂 I LOST MY SHIT THERE

[@Cwinchk]

Beef Jerky SAMEEEE

[@killraxs1873]

Beef Jerky samee😂😂

[@sinbinboi8440]

That entire part was fucking beautiful

[@AAA-zl2oo]

wow! at first i thought adam was the one who didnt love himself, and then lance 'hugged himself' and it blew my mind and everything clicked haha. great film

[@misseiffelgirl]

very very good shortfilm! Love it, love the actors, the story, the moment he understands in front of the drawings...😢

[@jitujain9121]

L Lily

[@jakehoward7494]

Wow, this is definitely one of the best short films, if not the best, that I have ever seen. The mark of a true and incredibly talented artist. I can tell that you are going to go far in you career and I suspect that you will be up there with the rest of the Oscar winners one day. I'm an actor and I hope to get to work with great writers and directors like yourself throughout my career. Great Job!

[@JNeil1975]

Oh.....if you say I love you.....and they reply with thank you......that's a BAD sign!

[@ronir8176]

"sometimes I eat recess pieces cause I hate myself!" 😂😂 OMG! I RELATEEE. I LOVE THIS! It was such a good film ugh good setting,characters,acting,plot AAHH ❤❤❤

[@thomashermann7085]

Am gay and am just 15 yo and am proud

[@Cwinchk]

Me too

[@renzonachtegaal7909]

Thomas Hermann me too but 14

[@captaincatbug]

17 and proud✊

[@gaboltl]

Just curiosity but where are you guys from?

[@captaincatbug]

Lodbrok murica

[@DebrisDiver]

That was incredible! Good job!! : )

[@HyltonProductions]

Thank you so much! :)

[@tsukisakata96]

if i could only just hug my self tightly like what he does...whenever i want ...😭😭😭

[@randomthoughts8939]

the guy who plays lance really looks like the masculine of emmy rossum, it's crazy

[@Lucas-cz2bq]

random thoughts holy shit you're right

[@shelbykennedy1650]

george omg this is accurate

[@randomthoughts8939]

yeah I was shook of my own discovery

[@memebigboy8573]

this is gay......and i absolutely love it

[@memebigboy8573]

also is it weird i ship lance and adam?

[@matyashale6768]

Lance ultimately is the archetype of so many modern gay men... He seeks love from other people to confirm his sense of true worth But the people he fell for also are unsure in themselves the way he is He hates a part of himself He is rejected by people he loves But he also rejects himself It's a vicious cycle which feels impossible to escape.

Thats so true! A circle you cant get out

[@andytaylor5476]

I'm a gay man of 63 and been out for a long time. Your film was powerful in telling the emotional states of being in both men. The artist in a new world that looks the same but he is unsure and still learning about himself. The subject himself so assured, at least on the outset, so sure he knows the artist's mind and yet he doesn't and needs to step back. He's so quick to doubt the artist, too impatient. He becomes very frustrated and the light goes off and he sees the root of his frustration is not the artist but himself. When he's able to accept "self' and let self be, then real honesty and joy can exist. This was my take on it and I have not seen this in a gay movie before. This deserves a large audience Chad Hylton! Bravo Sir!

[@steveascani4898]

Excellent short film, very emotional, congrats!

[@gokhanavc50]

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[@jaigs4899]

When you've just seen your life story in 26min and 57 seconds! This will resonate with ALOT out there. Thank you. One of the best short stories I have had the pleasure to watch.

[@intheneighbourhood]

I've watched this multiple times over the years and it reflects something that I fear most. My mental health and fear of loneliness will affect my relationships so badly, that it's not even worth the pain. I don't want to be the cause of someone else's pain or make them feel trapped because I'm so fucked in the head. I find myself needing to just, get comfortable with being lonely because that's all you'll ever be.

[@Pro-Deo]

You can be lonely if that's where you need to be but you are loved and always will be ❤

[@HyltonProductions]

Hello! We now are on IMDB! Rate us / write a review, here: www.imdb.com/title/tt7086048/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Also, I've added the track list of songs from the film and links in the description, and I am working on getting subtitles for the film in different languages. I just want to thank you for the overwhelming amount of support and love that has come from these comments. This was an extremely personal film for me and I am so glad people have been able to connect with it. Thank you all so much for watching. :)

[@patricio685]

HyltonProductions Thanks to you!

[@patricio685]

I loved the video

[@HyltonProductions]

Thank you!

[@clayemett9251]

That was amazing. I loved it.

[@shivshukla4394]

I relate to the movie very closely too. Congratulations on such an amazing work and looking forward to see many more great movies by you. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@imjustasadtwigoflemonmyrtl9043]

This was an amazing movie!! One of the best LGBT 🏳️‍🌈 films I've ever seen

[@1rkhachatryan]

Anybody else feel like his ex wasn't even gay?? It feels like he didn't wanna be there half the time.

[@spencerhasting1258]

1rkhachatryan I think that was the point.

[@Fancy876]

Omg really my volume was up so loud 😂😂😂damn 5:22

[@nanohnmay7707]

😌😂

[@odra3719]

I just watched my past relationships flash in front of my eyes and for that I'm forever grateful that I've found solace and peace

[@ashleylara7173]

This is just so good it open my eyes this goes beyond LGBTQ+ Congrats

[@ogabooga2235]

I died at 4:45 😂(ps you guys are great at acting and I love the story)

[@morgi977]

ever since I watched this short film I haven't been able to get it out of my head. I watched this late 2017 and showed it to almost everyone I knew. But something I didn't realize watching this before is the fact that they both didn't actually want to be with each other. They wanted to feel loved the way they felt like they had to be. I've spent so long looking for this film again that watching it all over has given me a new perspective on how I treat myself in life. I relate to Lance and Adam in many different ways...This short Film has not only ripped me apart once but has done it again

[@dobby6799]

Your comment on that they really didn't love the other, but wanted to feel loved a certain way was both insightful and helped me to understand and appreciate the film more. Thank you.

[@mylayscrafts]

this made me cry. these actors are so talented. you are such a talented filmmaker. omygod.

[@mylayscrafts]

so im back, 2 years later, because i need to hear this lesson again. currently trying to find self love and acceptance while in a loving relationship; it’s hard, and it’s not the same as the film, but i just had to watch this again because of how much it touched me, made me cry, and inspired me the first time i watched it.

[@c7edwards]

This short movie is a smart, creative and attractive way to tell a story that most people in love -regardless of their sexual orientation- have experienced. Great beginning, great end, great climax. Thank you, Hylton Productions!

[@alperencelik846]

last scene reminds me lorde's song liability ♥ it was so beautiful.

[@richardb7495]

I loved this!! The emotions you guys portrayed were so gutteral and real..I was swearing at the computer at points...LOL...reminds me of how intensely I am in love now and am separated from him. I especially liked the "toxic self" dialogue Lance has with his "negative, critical self." WOW I can relate!!!

[@rc5chi539]

I liked the film and would maybe like to see a follow up on how he moved forward and if he actually learned to love himself , flaws and all ? self-acceptance can be a real bitch sometimes..

[@Nighting19]

Wow this was so good! So many emotions holy crap

[@gismoryanda7202]

I dont get it... Why adam hurt? And what's lance problem? Why lance feeling guilty? And they end up together or its just another lance imagination???

[@shobiyaleela3939]

Loved the story line and the acting even more ! And the guy playing lance , thumbs up man 👍, pure awesomeness . Perfect song choice

[@TimTorre]

shobiya murugan Thank ya!

[@menzhim2812]

What the heck. Cant they get a real set of twins to play both roles. I hate this kinda superimposed one actor 2 roles. Duh !!

[@evanhanson5963]

I cannot function anymore....this was so amazing and I laughed and cried and made "awe" noises at some of the amazing cheesy flirting....ugh this was fucking amazing and beautiful

[@vero4449]

"Like a snicker fucking doodle" gold

[@juwen7908]

How could you expect someone else to love you, when you aren't able to love yourself? When you're thinking that you aren't worth it? Love yourself is the beginning, but it's hard.

[@sophiawilson8696]

Can someone please explain what is going on? I understand the part that he hate himself and needs Learn love himself first. However how this reflect his boyfriend? The reflect of his behivour make him turn away from him? The boyfriend part? Do they get together?.

[@lovelyangel3673]

wow , i like lance so much ,he's an amazing actor.

[@ollsokolova5840]

This film was just a rollercoaster. Great work.

[@kiandaran8193]

It was so good and emotional! Thanks for making it! ❤❤

[@marzman4]

Something about this i come back to year after year. Outside of the songs!

[@surnersingh8399]

this tall guy who looks like James Franco is such a fine actor. the artist is also Amazing but the other one was just too good!

[@donnieshaver3641]

This is a wonderful short film! So deep in content and very emotional. Great acting by these two. I enjoyed it so much.

[@LennyHarold]

this is hands down the best short film ive seen. the emotion and great acting had me locked. storyline/concept incredibly gripping. outstanding job

[@hayleeallam1487]

Was this video trying to tell us that Lance hated himself and that's why he couldn't deal with Adams problems and why he ended up being so unhappy?

[@rainbowfamiliessg]

Messaging for LGBTQ+ inclusivity is so important. So inspired to continue producing more LGBTQ+ content for my channel! Especially when my country is so backward when it comes to the topic.

[@sabrinamargarcia2960]

Can somebody explains me whats the video about? because i really dont understand the message or the meaning that they want to share in this history pleasee

[@joshdee9399]

sabrina garcia same here!i dont really understand whats the meaning of the story.

[@RaySantos31081956]

lindsay Al'Rodges obrigado pelo comentário escrito em português. anos filmes lgbt+ mas nao faço inglês pode ser risível faço leitura fotográfica e emocional ..entendo poucas palvras em inglês..vejo muito de língua espanhola .obrigado💋🌟💫😁🌈🌏🏃🚶

[@sabrinamargarcia2960]

Thank you :)

[@RaySantos31081956]

lindsay Al'Rodges as IMAGENS do desenhos são eles vc LEU perfeitamente o filme ...vc Boa comentarista se expressou com muita clareza seu comentário.🌟🌈🌏🚶🏃

[@RaySantos31081956]

sabrina garcia OBRIGADO EU POR SUA GENTIL RESPESTA.💋😁🌍🌈💫

[@iwantsifegold]

Ok I love the movie but I need to ask who does the main character feels responsible for Adams pain his not a mind reader and Adam doesn't seem to comunícate his to him shouldn't that be more on Adam than him.

[@Risadjinu92]

someone please give me another tissue..

[@allwellallgood5947]

Risa djinu well hi 👋. i see you everywhere lol

[@Risadjinu92]

allwellallgood well.. you are the 2nd person who said that.. hahahahaa.. youtube is my life.. so.. hiii.. 😃👋

[@allwellallgood5947]

Risa djinu lol. i love youtube too.. guess we're gonna seeing each other much more 😂

[@Risadjinu92]

allwellallgood yaaaaappp.. see you around.. hahahhaa..

[@shivshukla4394]

Definitely the best and most relatable short film I've ever seen. The actors were amazing and the direction was wonderful. Even in the end love how they emphasised the "you" in the "dedicated to you". Best way of summarizing an amazing movie. Thank you for sharing.

[@sallyhu5028]

"I've had a few Eve's but never a Steve." He should have run as fast as he could at that point. Is this two sides of the same coin ... a woman thinking she can persuade a gay man he's not really gay, and a gay man thinking he can convince a straight guy he's actually gay? Such self-deceptions can only lead to guaranteed heartbreak.

[@joshua69069]

Can someone explain to me please? Lance hates Lance, and Adam.. only likes Lance? or what? i can't figure it out

[@karelpartouns6974]

Beautifull

[@jojosdeathreel4510]

amazing film, totally changed the way I look at life, whats the name of the song near the end when hes dancing with his ex?

[@katielamar3135]

evanliu.bandcamp.com/track/its-ok is this the one you're talking about? it's such a beautiful song!

[@jojosdeathreel4510]

+Katie Lamar yes! Thats what im looking for, its so calm and the voice is smooth which causes the guitar's strings to have a better feel.I have to have this song with me its so amazing, ty again

[@JemszZz]

I watched this film a few years ago, and I remember really liking it, but nothing else... I have now just finished rewatching it for the first time ever since and I'm almost crying, because this time the meaning of the film really resonated with me :')

[@MRtj4456]

what song is playing as he see the pictures at the art exhibit @HyltonProductions

[@ayush199109]

Please someone tell me the full explanation of this short film. The work is beautiful but i didn't got some of the points.