In 1970s American suburbia, Maggie and her younger siblings spend the night telling each other stories in the attic. Downstairs, their parents put on airs and entertain guests over the course of a gin-soaked evening. The more they drink, the faster the artificial civility of the gathering deteriorates, and for the first time, the family is forced to confront the truth behind the betrayals and disappointments of their lives.
By grounding her film in authentic, honest emotion, filmmaker Julia Dyer (Late Bloomers) presents a portrait of family life that rings utterly true. This is not simply a nostalgic melodrama, but rather a serious examination of family life that will surely resonate with audiences. Dyer perfectly captures the poignancy of childhood and the inevitable moment when a child comes to realize that her parents are flawed individuals. Showcasing standout performances from John Hawkes, Molly Parker, and a cast of talented young actors, this is a candid and challenging look at the reality behind the façade of a seemingly perfect American family.
CAST & CREDITS
Directed by Julia Dyer
Julia Dyer directed and co-produced the feature film Late Bloomers, which premiered in competition at Sundance and played more than 40 festivals before being released theatrically and sold to HBO. She shared a creative partnership with her sister, screenwriter Gretchen Dyer, until Gretchen's passing in 2009.
Screenwriter
Gretchen Dyer
Production Designer
Robert Winn
Editor
Michael Coleman
Director
Julia Dyer
Music Supervisor
Jonathan Finegold
Executive Producer
Don Stokes, Lawrence Mattis
Co-Producer
Jeffrey Brown, Steve Leary
Director of Photography
Russell Blair
Composer
Bruce Richardson
Producer
Angie Meyer, Stephen Dyer
Primary Cast
John Hawkes, Molly Parker, Olivia Harris, Cody Linley, Jonathon McClendon, Alexandra Doke