Jordan Firstman

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Firstman's early short films earned recognition at Sundance, a rare feat for emerging filmmakers. His 2017 win for Men Don't Whisper put him on the map as a distinctive comedic voice. In 2024, he was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 in Hollywood, highlighting his rapid rise from viral internet star to a filmmaker with development deals at HBO, A24, and Netflix. His work is noted for its uncomfortable honesty and willingness to explore emotional vulnerability through comedy.

AwardsFirstman won the Short Film Special Jury Award for Comedy at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival for Men Don't Whisper. He was also nominated for the Short Film Grand Jury Prize at Sundance in 2016 for Call Your Father. He has not won any major industry awards such as Emmys or Oscars.

Honours & Distinctions

Forbes 30 Under 30 (Hollywood & Entertainment)

Forbes·2024

Listed among the top young talents in Hollywood.

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Best Comedy Performances of 2023

IndieWire·2023

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30 Under 30 Queer Creatives

Them·2024

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Them

2024

Jordan Firstman Is Rotting in the Sun, and Loving It

Out

2024

The Uncomfortable Comedy of Jordan Firstman