Read Between the Lines | A Gay Short Film 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

"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.

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 😤😤😤

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

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

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

I screamed when Alex tried to hide🥺😭😭😭

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!

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

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

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

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

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. 🙏🏻

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.

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 :>

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?

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

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.....

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

Aaah this was sooooo cute 😆😆😆 everyone that worked on this did so good! The producer(s), the actors, the music everything and everyone!

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 💯

“Where y’all magazine’s at” KILLED ME

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 ;)

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

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 :)

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

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!

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

FINALLY ONE WHERE IT ISN'T DEPRESSING I SWEAR.

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!

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😭❤️

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!

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

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

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 ❤️

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Ari's like my best friend Gabriella when she found out i like girls 😂 such a nice character

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

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

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...

"Call me by her name" 🤭🤣

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

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

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!

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. 👌

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

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

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!!

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

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

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

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.

Saving this to my favorites cause I love the realism. I definitely felt his rejection! So relatable. The way another opportunity opens up for him at the end is just chefs kiss. Reminds me to keep my heart open as well.😊

I’ve been waiting for this since the day I saw that they were filming it through tiktok. It is so good!!! Congrats all of you for the film.

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.

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!

I really enjoyed this. Short but sweet; not too cheesy with just the right amount of humor and emotion. And I'm always a sucker for a realistic/more hopeful ending than a fairy tale one.

ok this is hands down my favorite short film ever!! the dynamic shots, the unexpected ending, AMARI !! this is literally a work of art

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

This is so worth the wait for me I’ve been dying for a new M4M short film like this and I love it so cute and funny I never expected them to do it in a Barnes and Noble that’s amazing thank you for making this ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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

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.

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.

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

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

I have chills! I've never had a film capture my breathe and hold me captive

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

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!

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

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! 😳🥰

The setting and soundtrack really did your film justice. Thank you for the beautiful short film :)

So grad to finally see this, so good!! It killed me when she asked where the magazines were 😂, great direction and editing!

There's a Heartstopper vibes and I love it ❤

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.

I don't think I've seen a short story quite like this one. Amazing short film, one that I'll definitely remember!

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.

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 👏 👏👏

This is so sincere in every way, this is what friendship and love are, no matter you like boys or/and girls, it s about connections. Where there is sincerity there is love (all type of love not only romantic)

That ending was so cute💙 music, acting, camera work & etc everyone did an amazing job 👏💯

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.

This was so GOOD. This 14 min 23 secs short film was much, much better than some 12 ep series I've seen with every episode 45 min long. The ending had me screaming! I loved this ❤

NOOOOO THIS IS SO ACCURATE HELP ME

This is amazingly directed and the actors were awesome