BREAKING NEWS: Jake Waters Takes the Director’s Chair For Disruptive’s “Missed Flight”

September 28, 2023
AJ SLOAN

I feel pretty damn lucky to call Jake Waters a friend. From precious Valentine’s Day fuckfests to tag-teaming twinks, Jake and I have teamed up for a few productions and whipped up some rock-hard content for our Fans pages during our downtime. Watching him on screen is a treat, and to top it off, he’s cool as f*ck. Recently, Jake stepped behind the camera as the writer AND director for the very first time to take helm of Disruptive Film's "Missed Flight". To top it off, I was there to witness said cherry popping. That is correct, Jake and I have cast myself, as well as his husband Dillon Diaz, and I couldn’t be happier. There’s something about being directed by one husband to f*ck the other that makes my balls tickle. Jake Waters, take it away...

What was the catalyst for you to make the switch from in front of to behind the camera?

I wanted to do more in this industry. I didn’t want to just be known as "Jake Waters the performer." I want to be known as a well-rounded entertainer in this business. I also want to see more melanated people behind the camera. And since I wasn’t seeing the changes that we kept hearing about during the Black Lives Matter Movement, I decided to do it myself. So I picked up a pen, grabbed some paper, and started writing down stories.

Jake Waters directing AJ Sloan and Dillon Diaz on the set of "Missed Flight" from Disruptive Films.

Photo courtesy of Jake Waters.

Tell us about this first project you’ve created.

This first project is about two men who are completely opposed to each other. The first character, as the audience will see, is a bit disheveled and in a rush. The second character, whom the audience will perceive as very calm and collected, appears to be a man who is always in control. Both of them happen to be on the same flight, but unfortunately, they miss it, leading to some alone time in the lounge area at the airport. During this moment alone, they notice how attractive the other person is and engage in a lot of flirting. One thing leads to another, and we see that the more dominant man takes charge of the situation.

Man 1 becomes very submissive and does exactly what he is told to do. We also observe his character struggling a bit with his sexuality. At the end of the scene, we gain a better understanding of Man 2.

: Photo courtesy of Jake Waters.

Did you draw any inspiration from your own experiences?

Not in this particular scene. I wrote this one based on a fantasy that I’ve had for years. I’ve always thought it would be hot to be alone in an airport with a hot guy and let him manhandle me.

I’m currently writing a script based on the end of my last long-term relationship. We were together for 10 years. We sat down one night and like adults had a conversation and decided to end the relationship. In this story, I’m writing with flashbacks, hot sex, and some situations that will have the audience wanting more.

I have also written a story about a well-to-do family that seems as if they have everything together, but like most families, not everything is perfect. Secrets and lies are slowly brought to light. Just some things to keep your eye out for...

You cast your husband (congrats!) Dillon Diaz in one of the roles. Will this be your first time shooting him?

Yes, this will be my first time shooting him on camera, and hopefully not be the last time. This will be a new dynamic for us in the work field. Being able to write my script and then cast who I wanted to perform in front of the camera is a huge deal for me. I have a vision, a goal, and also an image that I want to create. Having my husband as part of that is just icing on the cake for me.

It might be a little awkward to give him direction on screen at first, but we have had a couple of conversations about this, and we understand that it is work, not personal. My job is to make sure that he and the other performer(s) look good on camera. And he ensured that he would do everything in his power to make sure that he did an excellent job to make sure that my directorial debut was great.

BTS with AJ Sloan and Dillon Diaz on the set of "Missed Flight" from Disruptive Films.

Photo courtesy of AJ Sloan.

In your last interview with us, you stressed the importance of creating more content between people of color. What value does this hold and do you think the industry is coming around?

I’m glad that you brought this subject back up. I strongly believe that we as melanated people are underrepresented in this industry across the board. Non-melanated people keep trying to write, direct, and light us, but don’t take the time to understand us and our culture, language, and body language, and that we come in different beautiful shades of melanin. Has the industry made changes over the years? Yes. Are there more changes that need to happen? Yes, and I want to be part of this change.

When I entered this industry four years ago, I knew I had talent in front of the camera. Now, I aspire to do the same behind it. In my directorial debut with Disruptive Films, my main characters are two melanated men. I take immense pride in this project. I wrote it, selected the talent, and directed it. Additionally, I've penned a feature film with an all-melanated cast. I've shared the script with a few close friends, who come from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, gender, and sexual preferences. They loved it and are hopeful it will be brought to life. I firmly believe that these projects will compel the industry to acknowledge our presence.

Where would you like to see your career go over the next few years?

In the next few years, I envision myself spending less time in front of the camera, which is my current focus. I have a deep passion for writing and storytelling, with a plethora of original stories swirling around in my head, waiting to be shared. Some of these narratives might make certain audiences uncomfortable due to their subject matter, complex underlying messages, or cultural context. Additionally, I have a strong desire to step into the role of a director, particularly when it involves a story I've penned. I want to ensure that my vision, words, and expressions are accurately brought to life on screen.

I've written several stories that deviate significantly from the current mainstream offerings. When I pitched these ideas, they were met with enthusiasm for the story and concept, but there were concerns about how to market them to a wider audience. Some suggested cutting parts of the story, but doing so would compromise the essence of the narrative I'm trying to convey. I graciously thanked them for reading and providing feedback but declined the request to alter or truncate the script.