I'm Gay Too

It's a beautiful thing in life when people discover who they are, but it's not always easy to be comfortable and love yourself for that unique identity. I wanted to do a video about the struggles of sexual identity because many incredibly important people in my life have faced this. There are countless ways to be different in our world today, but not everyone is comfortable with differences. I want people to see the beauty in what makes us all unique, and realize through understanding each other that we are a species of breathtaking variety, but we also harbor core similarities that connect each and every one of us. Differences are not worth casting judgement over, they're not worth tearing others down over, and they're certainly not worth shedding blood over. How boring would the world be if we were all the same? And how exciting and flourishing would the world be if we all understood and accepted each others' differences? This is my very first short film and, like human nature, it is flawed, but also like human nature, it has potential to be something incredibly meaningful.

I really appreciate all of your support!

[johnfountain]

The video helps me know who I am now. I'm more now secure about myself. I'm gay and proud!!

[joemccauley]

You packed so much into 2min 40sec, the struggles that LGBTQ+ persons still have, even tho things have changed so much for the better in my 73yrs. A very touching film - thanks for making it and posting it on YouTube

[isabelblowers]

I been gay my whole life I just came out March of this year am 44 yrs old and proud

[keltus_warrior]

Having come out 52 years ago, some of these video clips still bring me to tears. We are, after all, God's children and no one shall ever convince us otherwise.

[asquithmainlines]

We need more content like this that has a happy ending. So many of them contain hate and drama. Thank you.

[bobanderson]

Wow! This was probably one of the shortest but most moving films I've seen in a while, thanks so much for sharing.

[ralcst-]

WOW!! Just this One short video says so much....and without words!! Be who you were created to be, without fear of reprisal. Closets are for clothes. Be yourself, ... and so much more!!!

[Joeyjoey]

So very touching never have l seen such a powerful statement made in such a short time.Being gay myself this touched my heart

[thatmarcusful]

I've just watched again, brings tears to my eyes. It's quite an achievement to create a piece of art able to extract emotion so quickly and easily and deliver such a strong message in just 2 minutes. OUTSTANDING.

[hrajatverma]

I'm in closet and I know how it feels like, Everyday I fight with myself, Trying to find courage but not enough to come out. I'm hoping for a person who can help me as many people got.

[juanmarqueznarvaez]

Very beautiful short movie. One of my favorites. Lot of feelings and emotions in 2 minutes 40 seconds. Good job. Congratulations.

[Vincent-lnlw]

This is one of the most beautiful films i have seen in awhile. I have struggled in the past before i accepted who i was and I did not care what anyone else thought. I love myself wholeheartedly.

[paulboncaldo]

Very touching. He knew the guy was hurting, and he cared enough to find out why. I think I would have followed him too, and let him know it's okay, even if I hadn't looked in the trash. I would have simply wanted to let him know I was there for him, no matter what. Nice job!

[cutler]

Wow! A very powerful message in such a short video. The guy could clearly see that he was struggling and boy, did he help. 🤗 More than he'll ever know. A beautiful Maya Angelou quote. ❤ Thanks for sharing this amazing story. 🤗

[goldroger]

Put the 2:40 story aside, That description made me cry 💔😭, Thanks for reminding this wicked and filthy world .

[roberttrepagnier]

Wonderful. Feeling alone is the worst sensation. Everyone should have someone to love.

[johnjohnson]

This way to short film is very touching. Thank you.

[keithwilliams]

Great video, with a good message.  We all must show compassion, and acceptance.

[APRILartz]

he... he didn't even recycle the paper

[TomD]

Very well done, Carmen! I often find YouTube videos of short films slow and boring, but this takes off quickly and doesn't waste a moment. And the messages it ends with are similarly to the point and effective. Congratulations, and good luck in your future filmmaking!