Monster Summer Explained

Monster Summer
Director:David Henrie
Music:Frederik Wiedmann
Cinematography:Larry Blanford
Editing:Robb Sullivan
Distributor:Pastime Pictures
Runtime:97 minutes
Country:United States
Language:English

Monster Summer is a 2024 American adventure horror film[1] [2] directed by David Henrie, written by Cornelius Uliano and Bryan Schulz, and starring Mason Thames, Lorraine Bracco and Mel Gibson.

Monster Summer premiered at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles on September 24, 2024, and was released in the United States on October 4, 2024, by Pastime Pictures. The film received mixed reviews from critics.

Synopsis

When a mysterious force begins to disrupt their big summer fun, Noah and his friends team up with a retired police detective to embark on a spooky adventure to save their island.

Cast

Production

It was announced in November 2021 that Mel Gibson and Mason Thames were cast in the film Boys of Summer, directed by David Henrie and written by Cornelius Uliano and Bryan Schulz, and that principal photography was to begin in December 2021 in Wilmington, North Carolina.[3] In January 2022 it was revealed that Lorraine Bracco, Nora Zehetner, Julian Lerner, Abby James Witherspoon and Noah Cottrell were added to the cast, while Darren Moorman and Scott Pomeroy were added as executive producers.[4]

Henrie described the film in a statement to TheWrap, "Historically, fairy tales used monsters to personify our deepest fears while empowering young people to overcome them. Now more than ever, we need narratives that inspire courage in the face of darkness. ‘Boys of Summer’ is a throwback story that conjures up the magic and nostalgia of childhood as its heroes fight monsters old and new."[5]

While Gibson was filming in Southport, North Carolina he was awarded the keys to the city by the Mayor who declared December 16 to be "Mel Gibson Day".[6] It was reported that Kevin James and Patrick Renna were also in the area taking part in filming.[7] [8] [9] In May 2024, Variety reported the film's title had been changed from Boys of Summer to Monster Summer.[10]

Release

Monster Summer premiered at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles on September 24, 2024.[11] It was released in the United States on October 4, 2024.[12]

Reception

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Spooky Trailer For The Family Horror Adventure Film MONSTER SUMMER Starring Mel Gibson . September 4, 2024 . September 4, 2024 . https://archive.today/20240904204139/https://geektyrant.com/news/spooky-trailer-for-the-family-horror-adventure-film-monster-summer-starring-mel-gibson . live .
  2. https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/monster-summer-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmdi1mty2
  3. Web site: Mel Gibson, Mason Thames to Star in Adventure Fantasy 'Boys of Summer'. The Hollywood Reporter. November 4, 2021. September 15, 2022. January 18, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240118073550/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/mel-gibson-mason-thames-boys-of-summer-1235042082/. live.
  4. Web site: 'Boys Of Summer': Lorraine Bracco, Nora Zehetner & More Board Family Adventure Pic Toplined By Mel Gibson And Mason Thames. Deadline Hollywood. January 18, 2022. September 15, 2022. February 28, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240228092422/https://deadline.com/2022/01/boys-of-summer-lorraine-bracco-nora-zehetner-more-join-mel-gibson-pic-1234913884/. live.
  5. Web site: 2021-11-04 . Mel Gibson to Star in Family Adventure Film Boys of Summer . Gonzalez. Umberto. TheWrap. 2023-04-24 . en-US . April 21, 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230421165155/https://www.thewrap.com/mel-gibson-boys-of-summer/ . live .
  6. Web site: Multiple film projects wrap, 'The Black Phone' release delayed, Southport declares 'Mel Gibson Day'. Port City Daily. December 21, 2021. September 15, 2022. November 10, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231110222951/https://portcitydaily.com/arts-and-culture/2021/12/21/multiple-film-projects-wrap-the-black-phone-release-delayed-southport-declares-mel-gibson-day/. live.
  7. Web site: Actor Kevin James hangs out, eats wings in Oak Island. Starnewsonline. September 15, 2022. May 7, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240507092929/https://eu.starnewsonline.com/story/entertainment/2021/12/17/actor-kevin-james-hangs-out-eats-wings-oak-island-nc/8939367002/. live.
  8. Web site: Dail . Allayna . 2021-12-16 . Mayor Hatem declares today "Mel Gibson Day" . 2023-04-21 . City of Southport . en-US . April 21, 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230421171750/https://cityofsouthport.com/mayor-hatem-declares-today-mel-gibson-day/ . live .
  9. Web site: Cunningham . Taylor . 2021-12-21 . 'Mel Gibson Day' Declared in North Carolina City . 2023-04-21 . Outsider . en-US . April 21, 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230421165156/https://outsider.com/entertainment/mel-gibson-day-declared-north-carolina-city/ . live .
  10. Web site: 'Wildcat' Producer Renovo Media Group Launches Studio and Facility in Iowa (EXCLUSIVE) . Kuznikov . Selena . 2024-05-17 . 2024-07-01 . . September 4, 2024 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904203943/https://variety.com/2024/film/news/renovo-media-group-wildcat-iowa-1236006796/ . live .
  11. Web site: Mel Gibson Makes Rare Red Carpet Appearance with Kids Lucia, 14, and Lars, 7, at Monster Summer Premiere. Rockson. Gabrielle. Le. Brendan. People. September 25, 2024. September 30, 2024.
  12. Web site: Monster Summer Trailer Previews Spooky Family Adventure Starring Mel Gibson. ComingSoon. July 16, 2024. July 16, 2024. July 17, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240717014745/https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/trailers/1801815-monster-summer-trailer-mel-gibson. live.
  13. News: Monster Summer . November 10, 2024.

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