Leather jackets and sunglasses.
And of course, vampires.
For one, the title itself refers to characters from theoriginal playand subsequent adaptations.
You might not put that together as a kid, but it’s hard to miss as an adult.
It’s all handled in a very real, adult way.
He then proceeds to stare at her pointedly, not looking away until she acknowledges his gaze.
But David doesn’t shoo Michael away as you might expect.
Instead, he presents Michael with a challenge, daring him to keep up with the pack.
He just moved there, so how is it possible that he’s telling the truth?
For one, Sam is not exactly the pillar of hegemonic masculinity.
Then there are the vampire boys, who all sleep in the same room and do everything together.
And why are none of them hooking up with Star, the only woman who’s ever around?
That would certainly explain the dramatic tension between David and Michael.
Sam and Michael can’t help but bust out big grins when they see him for the first time.
But as an adult, sexy sax man definitely qualifies as a gay icon.
He’s becomesomething of a legend, captivating audiences and inspiring aSaturday Night Liveparody skit featuring Jon Hammplaying Sergio.
Additionally, the host who lets Lucy use the restaurant phone is black.
Some folks have argued that Lucy asks Star “Who are you?”
at the end, but that’s not what was said.
Instead, Lucyasks the entire room"Who’s this?"
which is even worse.
She didn’t even ask Star herself who she was, denying her the agency of answering.
Doing so would make him a full vampire, as well as an official member of their tribe.
But Michael holds back, never fully joining the gang.
