There are awful, horrible, disgustingly narcissistic gay people everywhere, but some of the worst are definitely found in Los Angeles. For example, take the two monstrosities portrayed with knowing authenticity by comic actors Drew Droege and Jordan Firstman in the appropriately titled film The Disgustings.
Firstman, who wrote and directed the comedy short, told Queerty that he found inspiration by merely stepping outside of his L.A. apartment.
“The disgustings are all around and they do not hide,” he said. “In some ways, we are all the disgustings. I wanted to make a film about flawed and insecure people that are really hurting. I think we often see ‘bitchy’ characters, but we rarely get to see their pain.”
Firstman’s 12-minute short has played numerous film fests around the country and he revealed that it was his intention to make audiences both cringe and relate at the same time.
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“We have all complained about service at a restaurant or made fun of the seemingly happy yoga girl and while sometimes that’s okay, I think it’s important to try to figure out where that negativity comes from,” he added. “This film was an apology on behalf of the worst parts of my personality. So yeah, I wanted to do all of that and still make it funny.”
Prepare to get thoroughly disgusted below.
The Disgustings from jordan firstman on Vimeo.
jhr459
Something tells me there is going to be a little addition to their waters.
broadshoulder
Thank god I dont live in LA
Stache99
Ha. That was well played. I live in LA and they didn’t have to look far to imitate people like that.
Queertyreader2
I have lived in LA in the 80’s when Gay men actually had the reputation of being kind and compassionate. When “COMMUNITY” was important, when we watched out for each other. Then in the 90’s when the next generation came out and took “MEAN GIRLS” as a role model, the 2000’s when the angry gay man from hell arrived and then the 20 teen’s….These two got it down, SADLY welcome to Los Angeles! Take a look and ask yourself, “Do people hate us because we are gay?”, not likely, since same sex marriage is moving quite quickly. These two gay man have got your ticket and so does everyone else! Do you actually think these characters are likable? If yes that is the problem in a nutshell!
spiffy
I was hoping for this to be more like Jessica and Hunter.
Cam
@Queertyreader2:
And let me guess, next you’re going to talk about how you used to be able to buy a movie ticket for a nickel before you yell at the neighbor kids to get off your lawn?
JerseyMike
This is not just LA.. This is the FHAG behavior of the reality tv generation. There is a difference in being gay and being a FHAG.
ChadDarnell
I love Drew Droege and I need Hollywood to make him a huge star stat. He’s so freaking talented. I heart him.
shakes_head
Drew, can we please have more Chlo-ay?
hudson
@Stache99: Oh. Thats really too bad. Hubby and i were in your hood in August. We loved it and found everyone super friendly.
Saint Law
Drew Droege is a God among men.
Billy Budd
This is really really good, spot-on. We have to be able to see the pervasiveness of bitchyness. Even I, myself, have been bitchy, especially online, where I know I can’t be punished or identified.
We all have different ways of dealing with our frustrations. Being bitchy, negative, even aggressive, is one of them.
Goforit
Well they got the disgusting part spot on. However I am still waiting for the funny part. The clip did remind me of several of the contributors to the comments on this site though. Oh, wait, did I just….? oops
Virge
They remind me of birdbaths.
Extremely shallow and full of slimy bird shit.
Cyfr
And yet my fellow bitchy fems wonder why they’re still single and masc men don’t date them. -_____-
restoretherainbow
Wow, this skit has powerful commentary and captures Gay men who are fundamentally broken, bitter and fueled by cynicism. Sadly these men are alone and isolated from knowing themselves and ultimately find no peace from within. When I used to come across Gay men like this, I used to get angry and resentful and would behave in kind–but I can hit the pause button and not respond. Now I can feel a great deal of compassion. I can now see that somewhere in my own journey to restoring my rainbow, I was once as broken, bitter and cynical in my own development. I truly hope that any Gay man who is like this knows that there is a better way to live.
QJ201
I used to wait tables an “upscale” gay restaurant in NYC.
Thanks for giving me flashbacks.
reallygoodthings
Hilarious in the saddest way.
Will Grey
What is the music in the background of the bar. Driving me crazy. I know it, but I can’t make my brain work.
ricknnj1
I no longer live there but sometimes found this type of behavior in NYC.
Will Grey
@Will Grey: Figured it out. Robyn. That was driving me bonkers. Phew.
pjm1
@restoretherainbow: You have a number of insightful comments and people that are bitter do deserve compassion. On the other hand, while having compassion, I try to (or rather, do) avoid these really negative types as i find that i can be of little or no help to them and they just bring everything around them down. So, compassion from a distance for me.
restoretherainbow
@pjm1: definitely agree about the compassion from a distance. I have a friend who taught me that when we come across negative or destructive energy, to imagine taking that energy and tying it to a balloon. Say a silent prayer to the offensive person by saying, “I set you free with my love” and imagine releasing the balloon, watching it fly away with their negative energy. It’s one of the most compassionate ways I have found to engage with those who are so painfully wounded. Thank you, for your kind and supportive words.
petensfo
This is hardly confined to LA… this morning I sat through (most) of a story btwn 2 gays in the steam room at my gym. Shouting over the steam they compared notes about how awful flying coach is (the food, the space, the service) & when it makes sense to upgrade a ticket. Then one gay went on (forever) about putting some ticket agent in her place when a change wasn’t communicated effectively.
First, who cares? Second, is the point that you’re a bully? Third, do you imagine your self-esteem is increased by forcing the world to understand you can occasionally buy an upgrade??
I felt compassion for a person that validates himself thru strangers, & total annoyance that the little time I had for the steam was held hostage by these bitchy queen, old enough to know better. Stop fighting with strangers & get some therapy.
pjm1
@restoretherainbow: Thanks, I appreciate your suggestion and will try it.
jwtraveler
@petensfo: Reminded me of the 30-something queen who told me he flew first-class from L.A. to Hawaii because he’s “too old to fly coach.” I wanted to choke him.
vive
People become like this towards other gay people because they are treated like this by other gay people.
But the ones who are jerks to service workers or brag about their money are just born a-holes.
I'm Black, and HIV-Positive.
I’m from the east coast, and even I can tell you: These two “characters” are truly the lucky ones. Everyone should be so fortunate as to have a caring friend with whom to share life’s journey. I swear I could have wrote that script in my sleep. And all of you naysaying bitches are just being you’re usual cold, pretentious, and superficial selves. Try a little truth with your Vermouth (read: honesty, as in it goes a long way). If anyone from production is reading: Please contact me for the sequel. I am tentatively available.
scotshot
Do you actually believe everyone on this page is a naysaying bitch?
If there were a sequel made to the piece you’ll definitely be the front runner for the starring role.
Sebizzar
It’s hard to believe gays like this actually exist :/ All the ones I’ve known have been cool and friendly, but then again this is only online. I hope I never meet guys like that in real life.
It’s good to show why they feel that way though, usually they’re lonely and have insecurities about something. But it’s funny, I’ve been depressed/lonely for 6+ years, I have many things going wrong in my life that keeps me bitter. Yet I am still very kind and treat everybody with respect. And I strive to make myself happier by being nice to people and letting go of ugly feelings. If you catch yourself making fun of someone or just having bad thoughts about someone (who’s innocent), make sure you analyze why you feel that way.
SoCalDave
The funniest thing about this to me is that in my lifetime, I’ve lived in Boston, Seattle, and LA, and I met far more people who behaved like this in my first two cities than Los Angeles.
I'm Black, and HIV-Positive.
@scotshot: “Do you actually believe everyone on this page is a naysaying bitch?”
I don’t know bitch. Did I say everyone? It’s called if the shoe fits stupid. Clearly you’re just mad, because I gave an insult that included you before you came along. And I would be the front runner for the starring role if ever they made a sequel? Why thank you, and you know that you just contradicted yourself in your post too then though right? Just goes to show how dumb you are. I’m just not a white narcissist, but atleast I can get the comedy. You would do well to find even yourself a sense of humor ya’ know?