Read Between the Lines | Viral Gay Short Film

A socially anxious college student makes multiple attempts to ask out the Bookstore clerk that he has a crush on.
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Written & Directed By: Adante Watts
Production Coordinator: Daniel Laguna Jr.
Assistant Director: Michel Monty
CAST
Carlos - Nicholas Di Prima
Amari - Zephaniah Terry
Milo - Jackson Beard
Alex - Bayley Wolff
Director of Photography: Keelan Bearden
1st AC: Ed Rogers
2nd AC: Ethan Orphe
Gaffer: Jorge Mendez-Magaña
Art Director: Jonah Crabtree
Set Dresser: Hattie Huszagh
Production Sound Mixer: Nathanael Boardwell
Script Supervisor: Randall Cunningham
Edited By: Adante Watts
Assistant Editor: Howard Bullows
Music By: Irving Molefe
Sound Editor: Eddie Castro II
Colorist: Rufus Baker
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#gay #lgbt #shortfilm #filmmaking #indiefilm #pride #rbtl #friendship #hearttouching #feelgood #books #yabooks #boyfriend #barnesandnoble #happyending

[@adia_ashido706]

Not the guy being like “I have a thing for nice eyes😏” and then be like “you’re not my type 😐” BOYYY💀

[@GoterGuy]

I legit still don’t get it, why the mix signals ?

[@davidserlin8097]

@@GoterGuybecause people are complicated and what they do is often irrational. They eat food when they’re not hungry, they do stuff they know won’t be good for them, they fool around with people they don’t respect. And those are the sane ones.

[@jimbrown7340]

Male nudes

[@davidserlin8097]

@neindanke3916 it’s not what I believe, it’s what I’ve experienced. People aren’t like geometric shapes with lines you can trace. They are more houses with endless rooms and corridors that go in all kinds of directions and don’t make any sense.

[@cinnastag]

@neindanke3916 Not a belief, just blatant facts. People are weird and irrational, it's in our nature

[@DoubleBlack2.0]

When he started walking backwards on the escalator, I LOST it. 🤣🤣🤣

[@sularosewood9649]

Haha me toooooo ❤😂

[@Ethan_chmieleski13]

That would be me, lol.

[@jesswise1863]

Omg me too ❤

[@deddyson]

Indeed...all that effort just to find out that he wasn't the clerk's type😂

[@Random-tn1rv]

​LGBT - Lost Going Backwards Thinking

[@RandomGuy-dr3de]

I genuinely wanna see more of Ari and Carlos’ friendship, their chemistry is literally amazing 😭

[@crazybabuskaman3923]

I feel like they are friend in real life! Their chemistry is great.

[@brianpereira3732]

He’s so nice we all need a supportive best friend like him ❤

[@superedeersh]

Wey need a saga!!!

[@nimtrovert1927]

Ari is hot and actually the best actor in there

[@jkrdruv731]

@@brianpereira3732 Hey 👋

[@bracaramiro]

"Red, White and Royal Blue" in the back of the proposition scene makes it all better.

[@VanVbcsllc]

I thought the same thing!

[@thebiggestmaraudersfan]

The book is right in front of me as I sort my bookshelf haha

[@RandomGachaPerson]

One last stop aswell lol

[@SachinDewmina7]

I thought the same thing ❤

[@helookalikaman79]

I LOVE that movie !!! especially the scene after the credits are over....

[@cloudyycolfer]

“that was embarrassing as shit and i’d like to crawl into a hole and die now” ME EVERYDAY

[@nightowl5316]

I know the feeling

[@sussycatto30]

Same - an introvert.. everyday is an awkward and embarrassing day

[@lawrencealdridge2469]

Well i don't think anyone should feel like crawling in a hole and dying. I think every person GOD created on this earth has some attractive thing about them. The worker at the book store was extremely shallow and really does not know what he missed out on. "Everything that looks good isn't always good for you ",my mother always says so the young man that was turned down by the pretty bpy was more than likely better off. That shallow guy will find that every hunk aint always good .. believe you me.

[@Prima679]

Extremely validating.

[@elijahsmall5873]

Same

[@billycarroll9153]

The hottest relationship in this film is between the gay guy and his understanding and compassionate best bud. We should all be so lucky.

[@scarpien]

Amari is to die for!! And he's such a great supportive friend. This was a really sweet movie. Just goes to show: "When one door closes a window opens." Just keep your heart open to the possibilities.

[@nicholasdiprima5889]

Zeph is also just as supportive in real life! He is a real life angel.

[@scarpien]

@@nicholasdiprima5889 Wow! That's great. Friends like that are rare indeed.

[@Azarath_Metrion_Zinthos]

When* u mean?

[@scarpien]

@@Azarath_Metrion_Zinthos Thanks for the heads up. I meant to type 'when'. I corrected it.

[@athleticbuddy]

We need more allies like Amari for sure

[@jppaludetto16]

It is just so nice to see a friendship between a LGBT+ folk and a straight male, specially when the world is so divided

[@TheMikester307]

I'm Bi and my best friend for 35 years is straight. We have been there for the other over good times and bad!

[@WalterCook-fd4fn]

To each they own sex goes both ways

[@benjaminradebach170]

Interesting... Im gay and all my friends are hetero. I think I'm an anomaly 😃

[@shawnbabaay2432]

I'm gay & have a friend who's straight and has a gf. He knows I am. Tho I have a crush on him since HS, but I don't try anything. I respect him & our friendship.

[@rogerbear5455]

Yes yes yes that part .

[@excelsiormalik]

Amari is the best friend everyone needs. He is 100% supportive of trying to help Carlos be brave. It's not easy, especially when you're shy, have low self-esteem, or any doubts about who you are asking out. The fact that Amari helped Carlos to just get it out there was awesome. It's even amazing that he was supportive with the result. This was a beautiful story. Seriously, this short story was well played and so relatable to many of us who have felt this way or been in this situation on all fronts.

[@elvisrafaelrosariovallejo6668]

and I like the character because every time there is a gay story all the characters are gay, instead they are literally best friends and he is not gay, I don't know if I explain myself

[@KalderAhm]

And it was so believable too. I wonder how many of us was Carlos at some point.

[@jkrdruv731]

@@KalderAhm I am from India and want to be your friend

[@FJYoko-nl7yq]

It just reminds me of texting my friend who moved across the country that I had a crush on a coworker. She told me to go for it and update her on my next break. I have terrible self esteem, awful social anxiety, and a bad habit of overthinking things. Safe to say, I drew the courage to ask him out, and I was very fortunate he was very sweet when he said he had a girlfriend and profusely apologized. It actually made me feel better to get it off my chest and I was able to work the rest of the day a little lighter. It sucked, but I remember saying “you never know until you try, right?” He agreed and wished me a good rest of my day. He still smiled and greeted me every day afterwards, no awkwardness. Sometimes you just have to go for it. It’ll make you feel so much better when you do, and you never truly know until you try

[@RobOlivierbjr64]

Gave me the feels and great friendship chemistry between Carlos and Ari👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥰😎🌈

[@alessiocece2098]

Oh yes; 😍😍😍😍

[@NonBinaryGayEmo2349]

In my opinion ; this, falls more in line: with the conceptual nature of romantic chemistry; instead of friendship chemistry; especially since, their compatibility; is, completely undeniable; for their relationship. ✌️

[@kasani5919]

Ahhhh this was so good. I love how it didn’t have a perfect fairy tale ending but a more hopeful and open one. this was awesome

[@elioabelle9388]

I agree, this speaks more for a reality

[@Selfemployedmildautisticperfor]

Yes this good but it uses the word gay as a collective instead of even more inclusive language js Nvm i take that back seconds later they did :) and a great friend to Is there a part 2 ?

[@lovedaykwede2499]

I don't agree with that

[@kasani5919]

@@lovedaykwede2499 Alr cool man

[@just_by986]

True! Sweet end though!!

[@laisalmeida5575]

One thing I don't get, as a straight girl, is why people say LGBTQ content is niche. As someone with low self-steem and social anxiety I find this film SO relatable, even though we are talking about a gay couple.

[@fiveoctaves]

People see one difference, focus on that, and justify saying they can't relate at all. So ridiculous.

[@voulafisentzidis8830]

Love is love is love. Relationship experiences apply to all.

[@zitronentee]

Most emotionally immature people only see the surface. Otherwise they see story and feelings.

[@Cons_88]

​@zitronentee you've summed it up perfectly.

[@Thunderouus]

Me too!

[@4uTender]

I remember the first time I worked up the courage to ask a gorgeous guy for his phone number at a book fair no less, and I succeded. I think I said like "yess" out loud when I got it. In the end it led to nothing but just the fact that I had approached him made me feel a winner. I can totally relate to this film.

[@lovegayalgay2274]

You’re missing the point😂😂😂😂

[@someoneout-there2165]

I had a similar experience. I'm in my 30s and still too nervous to try and talk to the guys I actually like sometimes. 😱

[@lilly_parrish]

“that was embarrassing as shit and i kinda wanna crawl in a hole and die now” this is gold💀

[@lucarocks1181]

I loved the realism of a rejection but the happy ending melted my heart

[@ibamINV]

"Shut up! This is my story, okay." I love it! Very well-written, a great script, and the cast are so natural, altogether a first rate production. Looking forward to seeing more. Gotta tell ya, at 79 it is truly heartening to see such great LGBTQ+ storytelling, so open and honest and real. Makes me want to see more. Definitely subscribing.

[@Jessebadga]

I have social anxiety and this has happened to me tons. I basically fight my shyness and force MYSELF to do things and always end up embarrassing myself

[@lavanya_s_art]

At least you are trying. That's what counts ☺

[@PanFriedFish]

SAMEEEEE MY DUDE

[@firewolf7108]

Proud of you!!

[@Helen-qb4gv]

Hang in there honey, one day it will go from embarrassing to magic.

[@arupsengupta-fy2sw]

You cannot imagine how many the likes of us are out there!🙏

[@soracalling]

I'm sorry, "I have a thing for nice eyes" but simultaneously "you're not my type"?? I'm with Ari lemme go fight him right quick 😤😤😤

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

😤🤜💥

[@A22DNAL]

I love the best friend "Ari❤️": "He's DEF gay...or bi! Or pansexual! You got a shot!"😆The inclusivity and consciousness of his delivery makes that line! This was a super-cute short!

[@aryanm1919]

I screamed when Alex tried to hide🥺😭😭😭

[@phipimonares9730]

The anxiety, the nerve, the thrill, you really feel like you're in the protagonist's shoes....thank u for the short experience

[@Demonsta]

Remember kids, don't stalk someone around their workplace or ask out service workers while they're on the clock. Not cool. Very cute ending though, love the friendship depicted here, need more bros being wholesome and supportive without a romantic angle.

[@Apolemia]

This should be pinnee

[@shadow-spirit5870]

There are so many movies of this genre. But I must say that this one was quite unique. No cheesy dialogues, no hyperromantic storyline. Everything was so realistic, precise and well executed, that each aspect was just the way it should be. I just love you guys. ❤️😇 Please, keep up your good work. All the very best from India. 🙏🏻

[@markmh835]

As an Indian, please work to get your nation to support Democratic Ukraine and turn against dictatorial Russia. Your prime minister is misguided in continuing to support the ruthless murderer Putin. In this battle between an evil aggressor and innocent democracy, there is no such thing as neutrality. The world's largest democracy MUST stand with and support Ukraine. To do otherwise is to support evil. 🇷🇺👎 🇺🇦👍

[@toastysandhamwich]

I love the detail of them being in the romance section and then abruptly not. Also I'm so happy this story had a nice ending :) Happy gay stories (or gay gay stories) are the best

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

The absolute best 🥰

[@shishinonaito]

No gays suffering any kind of aggression or being killed is a nice change of pace

[@jayjai6912]

This is the stuff I’m always trying to explain to my straight friends! Not only is it hard for anyone to go up to some one they like but when you like the same gender you have to run the risk of them not even being gay and getting insulted or worse potentially violent! Making you feel like a weirdo! Lol!!! The gay world is defo hard to navigate especially when your from the hood! Lol but nice to see there’s hope out there! Good short film and great topic! Guess we all go through it! X

[@POPDATA]

Omg im glad im not alone

[@ifealex1297]

Yeah is crazy,and sa

[@1000pollak]

I wish you courage and happiness 😙😙

[@semprequevoceleroscomentar6717]

That's the reason why I prefer meeting guys through gay apps It's easier this way, since we get to know before if the guy is gay and if he likes your profile

[@Dakarai_Knight]

@@semprequevoceleroscomentar6717 Also gay bars for me cuz I tend to fair better in person for some reason. The thing is that they're not always gay at the club sometimes they're just dancing. It's alright tho those guys usually are ok with getting hit on and just let you know.

[@Iavenderh4ze]

Ari is such a nice guy. Man I wish straight guys in real life were as cool as him

[@elleguamuertelove1849]

Yoooo Forreal man

[@youngjr70]

I've been watiing for a REALLY long time to see this production! Congrats to the actors and the entire team. Sooo, worth the wait. Now how about a full movie adaptation?

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

Working on it 😏

[@zyairlebron6766]

This is so me and my crush

[@cecilabbey2955]

@@PrecisionEntertainment we can’t wait 💃🏾

[@JC-jf6zu]

@@PrecisionEntertainment The actors are really good. Really good casting. Amari is the perfect wingman.

[@andyadjeiodumang]

@@PrecisionEntertainment I’m glad you are working on it,I was about asking for a sequel but a full movie would be better😍😍😍

[@YouLiveOnAvenueQ]

“That was embarrassing as shit and I’d like to crawl in a hole and die now” A+++++ line👍❤️❤️❤️

[@l4zybo1]

“Read between the lines” Me struggling to read on the lines

[@natanpeixoto7460]

first I was like “why would he compliment his eyes if not interested 💀😭” but then realised this is life!! like this is so realistic i actually love it

[@amitexo]

Can totally relate to this as I am shy as shit! Gathered courage to ask a guy once on messenger(while trembling and possibly had a little heart attack), the guy ghosted me BUT I felt like superman afterwards, so proud that I didn't even care that he didn't respond! Reality is stranger than fiction ;)

[@srvbhmk265]

Nothing is proud about being rejected

[@amitexo]

@@srvbhmk265 Pride stems from courage to do something you've always been afraid to do. Obviously you did not get the point of my comment.

[@alsimanche]

Mann i could never ask someone out like that irl

[@alsimanche]

@@amitexo he clearly didn't get the point

[@jessdior8177]

My takeaway from watching this: don't be afraid to initiate and most of all don't fear rejection because there will always be someone out there for U.....

[@Ozloz]

Alright alright alright alright here we go 1) you set up characters immediately and instantly got across their goals and personality and that is extremely impressive. 2) you made a compelling story that made sense, was relatable, had conflict, and was incredibly enjoyable 3) you subverted expectations in a natural way, and managed to still leave with a happy ending for our protagonist 4) you were simply able to make an incredibly funny, cute, awkward, enjoyable short and even just that is really impressive! Great job all around. The acting, the writing, the camera work, everything is done super well and you honestly deserve so much more attention than this. I love it and will probably come back to watch this multiple times in the future Edit: aww and some trans representation in the creditss ❤️

[@rydbthatsme]

The way it’s so relatable to not just walkup to any guy and ask them out cause it could end badly

[@collendemerez]

Why was this the cutest thing ever? That friendship is everything.

[@minem9952]

This feels like Heartstopper. But in a way that feels so much better. Like actually uplifting. Not only great story telling but like also showing the highs and lows of dating instead of letting everything run smooth. It feels real and cute. I hope to see more of this :>

[@FertChervu]

Actually not, since there is not a happy ending. Neither a happy beginning. Nor a happy middle part.

[@ndukwewinner6557]

Aww... So cool. Carlo's friend, Ari, was so supportive. Friends like that, especially when they found out about their best friend's sexuality and still stick with them, are hard to come by... I'm really impressed i must say. The acting is so real and the characters are equally relatable. Not to mention the cinematography, top notch! Thanks...

[@zephaniahterry8509]

He wrote Ari perfect. I loved it 🙏🏾

[@xxkarlosxxxxxx7233]

I now want an Ari as my wingman and best friend 😂 Ari's are super rare and hard to find...

[@harryhill4079]

On point. I agree with you.

[@bttm19]

My best friend found out about my sexuality few months ago and he was happy for me I couldn’t believe it

[@a-bd1216]

Is Barnes and Nobles a gay hang out spot ?! right over my head !

[@-belue-6697]

When his straight, Bi or Pansexual bestie said, "HE MIGHT BE GAY...OR BI...OR PANSEXUAL!"... As a Pansexual/PanRomantic I literally almost cried because there are sooo few avenues of inclusion for people who look at "HEARTS NOT PARTS!"... AND the guy doesn't have to autofault to being strictly gay just because another person of the same sex likes him!... I'm sooooo happy to be included in the conversation. 🥺... Awwwww, the guy who liked the guy also said, "Liking Gay culture isn't strictly a Gay persons thing!"... BL and GL Stans and allys are also included!...I know sooo many non LGBTQ+ individuals who Stan BL and GL and are Allys... Also his bestie being an Ally...Gurl! 🥺... Also the fact he mentioned how you cannot always tell someone is Gay or LGBTQ+...Yes! We all talk about Gaydar and that's a thing, but ESPECIALLY with woman it's hard to tell because woman compliment each other on their outfits or hair or make-up often and they still aren't doing anything but pointing something out they like...So, it's REALLY hard to use your Gaydar on woman or Trans Woman. 🤷‍♀️ 🤷‍♂️... Gurl, YES!..."DON'T WAIT FOR THE RIGHT TIME, MAKE THE RIGHT TIME!"... Quotebof the week! 😎🥰😎... WAAAAA! THAT TWIST ENDING! 😳🥰

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

🥹💜

[@cotton3868]

It's such a nice movie. The actors did such a great job at not making it awkward and the writing was awesome. 10/10 for a short movie

[@srvmmultimedia3552]

8:32 THE WAY I SCREAMED WHEN I SAW A HARDCOPY OF "RED, WHITE AND ROYAL BLUE"

[@chandhand6539]

there's always somebody for everyone :) so just take the rejection and move on to more compatible ones rather than being sad about it , I love how realistic this short film is.

[@hiima2860]

FINALLY ONE WHERE IT ISN'T DEPRESSING I SWEAR.

[@harvestmoon_autumnsky]

The sheer amount of sympathetic embarrassment and nerves I felt for Carlos was off the charts. I thought this was so much fun to watch.

[@mactav2953]

“Where y’all magazine’s at” KILLED ME

[@BakaNeBaka]

I want an Ari for moi now. This was actually fun, believable and nicely depicted. Everyone involved did a great job of showing realistic way of how things go. Cheers!

[@harryhill4079]

Totally in agreement, I am.

[@chandhand6539]

I'm ari with my friends and being a huge ariana fan and supporting my gay friends morally, I felt so relatable to him.

[@BakaNeBaka]

@@chandhand6539 Cool mate!

[@sidlazzar1002]

I love this. I can never get up the nerve to actually go up to a guy first. But at 29 I’m slowly getting the confidence to be a lil more forward now. Also these actors were superb. That best friend is a real one 💯

[@enki_guate]

Awww my gosh I loved this short film. Ari is such a great supportive friend, more people like him needs the world! Even if Carlos didn't get it with the first guy he got a second opportunity. I hope I'll have sort of somethinf coming to my life soon. Cheers to the actors and the people who made this, you folks are amazing!

[@alejandromunibeh6146]

Lo necesitamos jejej un gran amigo como ari!!!

[@lorenzo1660]

The black guy is a very good actor, and I love the carachter too! I would have loved having a friend like Amari!!

[@zephaniahterry8509]

Thank you so much. And we can be friends!

[@khrystyna111]

I can't stop smiling love this story so so much, that was so realistic and just amazing! The actors is so talented. Thank you😭❤️

[@jeffreyperrone2182]

A dithering, insecure and childish man is unattractive and not a catch. Only a fool or another man with a lot of problems would get involved.

[@Starr09]

I’ve seen so many LGBTQ short films & this is by far one of the best. It was so good & the actors were amazing. I especially loved the storyline. Definitely in my top 2 of LGBTQ short films :)

[@tomwebber9377]

Nice to see this play a different way. Rejection is part of dating life. Well done!

[@starbrand3726]

When the lady asked where were the magazines, while literally standing right in front of them, ACTUALLY HAPPENS.

[@lilylolipop]

Omg this was so cute!! Worth the wait. Thank you all for your hard work!

[@RascalRikk]

This was absolutely wonderful. A whirlwind of emotions. What a great supportive friend. We all need an Amari . And Carlos 😍 this throws me back to high school vibes. I need more!

[@criptococo3172]

This is a really good story, very human, funny, with a strong hide message and good people doing it. I was so excited. CONGRATS.

[@MelancholyMoondancer]

Jeez, that's a nice B&N. When he walking backwards up the escalator. 🤣

[@tehreemsafder]

Oh God!!Amari got me everytime he shows up on screen and tbh every character was amazing and ofc their performance was on point🖤

[@zephaniahterry8509]

Thank you so much 🥹🥹🥹🙏🏾❤️

[@siakniJP]

Sometimes we are just so caught up on what an ideal partner should look like and not notice the people that could be good for us. 👌

[@isa_x]

I’ve waited for so long to be able to watch this and it definitely exceeded my expectations!

[@dmorel3959]

Just me or did anyone find the music perfectly fitting and damn good!? That synth is irresistibly catchy!!

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

Fun fact: the song "Get to You" by Dogjoy, which plays both during the opening scene and end credits, was created specifically for the film

[@awadhchoudhary5563]

Netflix really should buy this story Especially The sound at starting felt like a Netflix film already! Great cast and they did great job

[@sox2000]

This was WONDERFUL. The song, "Get to you"...the close friendship...the awkward crush....the feeling of being completely understood and supported...the feeling of being completely unseen and an outcast...the discovery that feeling unattractive obscures how attractive you are to others...from the very start to the end with the girl with the lollipop compounding the awkwardness, it t felt like a modern day John Hughes film. So sweet. I so love when we can see LGBTQ relationships evolve from tragedy to just the normal, terrible, beautiful experience of just growing up.

[@mebaiaishan]

Absolutely love this! Okay, so this is me... There's guy I met at the coaching institute when I was preparing for medical entrance exam. He had a great masculine physique and a charming personality. I was drawn to him from the first day. I would watch him secretly and admire him whenever I could. Gradually, I developed feelings for him. But I couldn’t just stare at him forever. So, decided why not sit beside him? He sat at the back bench, where there were many empty seats. That’s how we started talking. We had a lot in common, especially our academic interests. He was kind, gentle, and helpful. His soft voice always made me smile. He was so cool. We became good friends and loved to chat about random things. I enjoyed every moment with him. But our time together was limited. The coaching was coming to an end soon. I wanted to tell him how much I liked him and how long I had been observing him. But I never did. I was afraid of his reaction. Maybe he was not into guys or maybe he was straight. I didn’t take the risk. And now I regret it. If only I had told him and faced the consequences, whatever they were.

[@mrbandana8246]

I feel you my friend, I was in a similar situation though I actually picked up the courage to send him a text to which he never replied, though the burden is now gone I do have a lifetime of regrets inside of me, I just hope I can move on and who knows maybe he and I could unite one day, same goes for you and him.

[@CineShinya]

The way the camera moves and the placement of the actors according to the book genres is brilliant.

[@christophschoenenberger5279]

Just a well rounded short - great acting, cute characters, realistic dialogues, captivating cinematography - thanks for that!

[@djmickyd2476]

Nice job! I really love the clerk’s willingness to go for what he wants.

[@Krissefrom99]

This is so good. Sometimes you're not the right person for them. Sometimes all the inspirational quotes are not about you, they're about them too. You're not always the starring character. Acknowledge everyone around you as valid people.

[@joguestin]

I've never asked anyone out, that ish is terrifying. Kudos to you, Carlos!

[@lovelife2186]

How where you born

[@marcjoshualee5338]

scriptwriting: 9/10 the flow of the story made me excited plot: 10/10 the build up is so raw that I feel every emotions dialogue: 10/10 wits and wordplays are mind-blowing acting:10/10 the way they present the dialogues made it so raw directing: 9/10 force the viewer to examine every detail of the short film cinematography:10/10 camera angles, spaces, and subtle representation are great musical: 9/10 I love how they reinforce the song background to complement with the cinematography overall: 9.57/10

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

We'll take it 🥰

[@JeremyMYG]

Rejection isn’t the end of the world. It sucks, but there are many other someones out there! Nice short film. 😁

[@iminthezone6979]

This is just such a great work and actors and music and place and how Carlos's steps hit the bit on 7:07. So comforting. Definitely gonna rewatch that time to time.

[@donovan30081995]

The attention to detail is immaculate. "Red, White & Royal Blue" (@9:35).

[@tanisha24unicorn]

This was so great. I love the way it's shot, all the angles and close-ups really pulled you in. Love Amari. Their dynamic gave me life. Also, library/book store setting for the win!

[@PercyJackson_ed1ts]

I died laughing whe he stopped on the exclater and started going backyards

[@alissawarren6029]

Aww this was gorgeous, I love his nervousness and his friend being such an awesome wingman. This was lovely little slice of life story. Congrats

[@zaniyyahjacobs2499]

Everyone needs a friend like Ari. I have one and she definitely pushes me to do all the things that scare the crap out of me.

[@rebekahredford2]

That was so awesome! Really well done to all the cast and crew! I loved the range of emotions and the funny scenes, and you really used the B&N store to create really cool shots!!

[@samdonovan4534]

Entonces esa librería si existe?? Me encantó parecía el paraíso de los amantes de los libros 👍

[@Smiley_Fruitcake]

bro can't say, "i have a thing for nice eyes" and then say "you're not my type." don't play like that 😤

[@benjiakre-hill5961]

Zephaniah Terry is an excellent actor! And this whole short -- I would watch at least two seasons. As long as Carlos and Alex have some sort of relationship. Charming and much potential!

[@FertChervu]

Definitely NOT.

[@NimRodsify]

“I have a thing for nice eyes 🥰” “You’re not my type 🤢”

[@zombieat8_isaak143]

This was just great 👍🏽 The twist was truthful as well as heartbreaking in the moment.. but the outcome was just amazing. Each character I feel can be relatable.

[@liacata]

This ia one of the best shorts ever.

[@fernandod4046]

The world needs more Ari's and all Ari's deserve happiness.

[@KalderAhm]

I f’n loved this movie. Brought back so many memories for me trying to pick up guys at B&N. I have the biggest smile on my face after watching it. I’d love for this to be a series on Netflix or some streaming service. Great job to everyone involved with this 👏 👏👏

[@PrecisionEntertainment]

💚💚💚

[@Ozloz]

Honestly can’t wait. Seems like it’ll be funny and cute and just- adorable. Cant wait

[@Aidyn-e7n]

omg this NEEDS to be a tv show

[@a-liberal-patriot]

Top of the line movie!!! Writing, acting, editing. And sound, which seems to be the biggest pitfall in so many YT gay-themed movies. The smile I had throughout was because, how many of us have Been There Done That? Or just been there and didn't do that? Thank goodness for Ari! I wondered if the guy was going to figure out if he was being stalked, and (politely) confront Carlos. No matter, I'm bookmarking this one to watch again and tell friends to watch, too.

[@FlyingPenguinProductions]

This film is adorable, funny, warm, awkward, and wonderful all around. Loved it ❤🐧

[@keithfoester7326]

this is actually wellness. no big deal, the right one will come/stay/comeback/leave. life is weird, we should not force it, be balanced, and go with the flow. such a good portrayal of characters! GOOD JOB!

[@davidalbro2009]

There is no way to let someone down easy. That's why it's so hard to approach someone to begin with.

[@ZariDV]

So stinking cute and relatable. Love Ari, he's such a supportive friend/wingman and funny too. He was so personally offended. I'm glad Carlos plucked up the courage to ask Milo out. Lol couldn't be me.

[@BrianChambersUnique319]

11 years in and we have a home together my partner and I. I was never the timid and shy one. Amari is gorgeous and a true friend to Carlos. Great movie.

[@mrbandana8246]

It's scary how much I relate to this movie, I was in the exact same situation Carlos was in, I had a huge crush on a guy but I was always afraid to talk to him for the exact same reasons and I unfortunately didn't have a friend who would go to great lengths to help me talk to him. Not that my friends wouldn't have helped me out, I was so afraid of talking to that guy that I didn't even ask my friends for help, I did sometimes but I guess there was only so much they could have done, their advice was that I should personally ask him out, I guess they were right. I made so many bad thoughts that held me back and I never picked up the courage to tell him, sometimes I approached him but to no avail. Long story short, I never said anything to the guy besides recently when I sent him a message telling him how I feel and asking him out but he never responded and I realised how dumb of me it was to not have told him all these years, it really brought down my mental health, I was locked in a situation that I could have so easily escaped and this movie just hits home, it's scary yet also enlightening; how a good friend and a bit of courage can really go a long way in helping us find love and not missing out on chances in life, well maybe not in the case of Carlos who didn't get who he wanted but it's still nice he found someone who likes him and was even courageous enough to ask him out, I wish I could have done that, it would have made my life so much better. Thank you for taking the time to read my story if you did and sorry to have tired you with such a long text.

[@idkman6873]

I adore Ari and Carlos' friendship. Its so perfect. Its an especially great example of how even if you are friends with queer people it doesnt mean you yourself are queer and I think we need more healthy examples of that :]

[@mirandapathania797]

Awwww I loved how Carlos was shown following Milo like a lost puppy....it was so well captured and i really liked the ending....very different and awesome acting. And I really wish I had a friend like Ari....his acting was sooooo good

[@mikejones9556]

These two friends and their connection would make a wonderful full movie. Gay guy and straight guy CAN BE friends. And just friends!!! Good WING man!!!

[@nicholasdiprima5889]

That is the hope and plan! ;)

[@catlovesbb]

There really isn't anything like being stuck in your own head about talking to someone you like and once you make that first leap the rest starts to just come in its own. I never had anyone flirt with me and then I took a chance and opened myself up to flirting and now I get flirted on constantly. Loved this!

[@riccardo50001]

Yes, I think it was a pretty jerky thing to do, compliment him on his beautiful eyes and then telling me not your tight! it is refreshing to see high quality gay films today. when I was coming up there was nothing like this i'm a nothing! Thank you!

[@Shaziah-w4v]

Not even joking this is literally the cutest thing I’ve see in a while

[@rayz8646]

I want more aaa serously alex asking carlos out was the cutest thing 😭😭😭😭