Chosen Family is a 2024 American comedy-drama film, written and directed by Heather Graham. It stars Graham, John Brotherton, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Julie Halston, Thomas Lennon and Julia Stiles.

Chosen Family
Theatrical release poster
Directed byHeather Graham
Written byHeather Graham
Produced by
  • Chad A. Verdi
  • Michelle Verdi
  • Chad Verdi Jr.
  • Andre Relis
  • Michael Nickels
  • Paul Luba
  • Anthony Gudas
Starring
CinematographySteven Fierberg
Production
company
  • Verdi Productions
Distributed byBrainstorm Media
Release dates
  • February 17, 2024 (2024-02-17) (Santa Barbara)
  • October 11, 2024 (2024-10-11)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

It had its world premiere at the 2024 Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 17, and was released on October 11, 2024, by Brainstorm Media.

Cast

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Production

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In May 2023, it was announced Heather Graham would direct, write, and star in the film, with Julia Stiles, Thomas Lennon, Michael Gross, Andrea Savage, John Brotherton, and Odessa Rae also joining the cast.[1][2]

Principal photography concluded by June 2023, in Rhode Island.[3][4]

Release

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It had its world premiere at the 39th Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 17, 2024.[5] In August 2024, Brainstorm Media acquired distribution rights to the film, setting it for an October 11, 2024, release.[6]

References

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  1. ^ Ritman, Alex (May 15, 2023). "Cannes: VMI Boards Heather Graham Rom-Com 'Chosen Family,' Unveils First-Look Image (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 22, 2023.
  2. ^ Brew, Caroline (September 26, 2023). "Verdi Productions Gears Up to Release 'Junction,' 'Knockout Blonde,' Heather Graham's 'Chosen Family' in 2024 (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved October 22, 2023.
  3. ^ "Heather Graham's Romantic Comedy "Chosen Family" Wraps in Ocean State". Rhode Island. June 28, 2023. Retrieved October 22, 2023.
  4. ^ Loesch, Cailin (June 29, 2023). "Heather Graham's Romantic Comedy 'Chosen Family' Wraps In Rhode Island". Patch Media. Retrieved October 22, 2023.
  5. ^ Thompson, Jaden (January 16, 2024). "'Madu' to Open Santa Barbara International Film Festival". Variety. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
  6. ^ Gardner, Chris (August 6, 2024). "Heather Graham's 'Chosen Family' Acquired by Brainstorm Media". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 6, 2024.
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