All Those Small Things is a 2021 American drama film written and directed by Andrew Hyatt and starring James Faulkner, Kerry Knuppe and Aaron Dalla Villa.[1]
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| Directed by | Andrew Hyatt |
| Written by | Andrew Hyatt |
| Produced by | Rich Cowan Caleb Applegate Cory Pyke Marc Dahlstrom Nike Imoru |
| Starring | James Faulkner Kerry Knuppe Aaron Dalla Villa |
| Cinematography | Gerardo Madrazo |
| Edited by | Travis Berry |
| Music by | Sean Johnson |
Production companies | Rebel Kat Productions North by Northwest Entertainment Chi Rho Films |
| Distributed by | Moonstone Entertainment |
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Running time | 107 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The film premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival on April 8, 2021.[2][3]
Synopsis
editAfter the recent death of a close friend, Jonathan Robbins, a British game show host, searches for a deeper meaning for his life when he travels to the United States after receiving a letter from a young fan.
Cast
edit- James Faulkner as Jonathan Robbins
- Kerry Knuppe as Ruby
- Aaron Dalla Villa as Dennis aka "Tiny Hammer"
- Gloria Laino as Alice
- Lacy Hartselle as Svetlana
- Cliff Parisi as Nick
- David Robb as David
- Nigel Betts as Spencer
- Jim Meskimen as Brian
- Andrew Bricknell as Michael
- Nike Imoru as TV Producer
- Obadiah Freeman as Benjamin
- Joe Hartzler as Gene
- David S. Hogan as Artie
- Kate Vita as Katie
- John Forbes as Sonny
- Sharva Maynard as Amanda
- Linette Beaumont as Dorothy
- Chris Hansen as Stoner Dude
- Jinny Ryann as Party Girl
- Afaria Duke as Party Guy
- John Paulsen as Cowboy
- D.R. Anderson as Cowboy #2
- Charles Talley as Cowboy #3
- Melaine Moore as Blonde #1
Production
editDevelopment and pre-production
editExecutive producers Nike Imoru and Rebecca Petriello optioned the script in 2018 after being intrigued by its themes of age and aging, with hopes that audiences would relate to the protagonist's journey, and the story's message that changing "“just one life for the better” can lead to radical and transformative shifts in ourselves."[4] On August 13, 2019, the Board of Directors at Washington Filmworks' Local Lens Program gave approval to have the film shot in the state.[5] On November 15, 2019, James Faulkner was cast in the lead role of Jonathan Robbins, marking his second collaboration with writer and director Andrew Hyatt.[6]
Filming
editThe film was shot on location in Spokane, Washington, London and Marlow from November 2019 and into early-2020.[7][8]
Post-production
editPost-production work on the film was done remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[9]
Release
editOn November 5, 2020, Moonstone Entertainment acquired the world sales rights to the film ahead of that year's virtual edition of the American Film Market.[10] It held its world premiere virtually at the Seattle International Film Festival on April 8, 2021.[11][12]
Reception
editThe film, as of April 14, 2021, received mixed reviews from critics. Stefan Milne of Seattle Met was mixed about the film, writing that "It doesn’t know quite where it is, or what it is. Its depiction of small-town Washington trades in the broadest of caricatures, which then veer dully into tropes of rural authenticity (everyone turns out to be kindhearted and generous). The comedy doesn’t land, and the drama—even in Faulkner’s able hands—skews tired and maudlin."[13] Josiah Teal of Film Threat praised Faulkner and Knuppe's performances but criticized the uneven tone of the film, citing the characterization of Villa's "Tiny Hammer" as one of the main reasons. He went on to add that it was "an uplifting film about finding your place in the world. If you're a fan of the genre or want to see a solid Jonathan Faulkner performance outside of Westeros, this is a solid watch."[14]
References
edit- ^ Davis, Ryan (April 8, 2021). "James Faulkner stars in Spokane-set drama ALL THOSE SMALL THINGS". Seattle, WA Patch. Archived from the original on May 22, 2021.
- ^ Milne, Stefan (March 24, 2021). "Seattle International Film Festival's 2021 Lineup Is Here". Seattle Met. Archived from the original on March 24, 2021.
- ^ "All Those Small Things". Seattle International Film Festival. Archived from the original on March 24, 2021.
- ^ Davis, Ryan (April 9, 2021). "James Faulkner stars in new drama ALL THOSE SMALL THINGS, making world premiere at Seattle Int'l Film Fest". Screen Anarchy.
- ^ "Washington Filmworks Approves 'All Those Small Things' as Part of Local Lens Program". Washington Filmworks. August 13, 2019. Archived from the original on September 30, 2020.
- ^ N'Duka, Amanda (November 15, 2019). "James Faulkner To Star In 'All Those Small Things'; 'Die In A Gunfight' Adds Wade Allain Marcus; Lois Robbins In 'The Virgin Of Highland Park'". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on November 16, 2019.
- ^ Tinsley, Jesse (December 2, 2019). "'All Those Small Things' being filmed in Spokane". The Spokesman-Review. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021.
- ^ Richings, James (January 15, 2020). "Hollywood comes to Marlow as film crew spotted in town". Bucks Free Press. Archived from the original on January 16, 2020.
- ^ "Executive Producers". All Those Small Things. Archived from the original on March 24, 2021.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (November 5, 2020). "UK COVID Supervisor Training Program; 'All Those Small Things' Sales Deal; 'The Tunnel' U.S. Deal; Rachel Nichols Casting — Global Briefs". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on November 5, 2020.
- ^ Macdonald, Moira (April 8, 2021). "6 films with Washington state ties now showing at SIFF 2021". The Seattle Times. Archived from the original on April 8, 2021.
- ^ Wong, Nia (April 12, 2021). "'All Those Small Things,' film shot in Spokane, debuts at Seattle Film Festival". KXLY.com.
- ^ Milne, Stefan (April 10, 2021). "SIFF 2021 Reviews: Potato Dreams of America, All Sorts, All Those Small Things". Seattle Met. Archived from the original on April 9, 2021.
- ^ Teal, Josiah (April 12, 2021). "ALL THOSE SMALL THINGS". Film Threat. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021.