Chosen Family (film) explained

Chosen Family
Director:	Heather Graham
Cinematography:	Steven Fierberg
Distributor:	Brainstorm Media
Country:	United States
Language:	English

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

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

Cast

• Heather Graham as Ann
• Julia Stiles as Clio
• Thomas Lennon as Max
• Michael Gross as Alfred
• Andrea Savage as Roz
• John Brotherton as Steve
• Odessa Rae as Frances
• Mark Famiglietti as Todd
• Julie Halston as Dorothy
• Sriram Emani as John
• Ella Grace Helton as Lilly

Production

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

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]

Notes and References

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