Breakup Season

“Breakup Season” kicked off with their World Premiere at the Desertscape International Film Festival in St. George Utah. Written and Directed by the H. Nelson Tracey, “Breakup Season” encapsulates the essence of human connection amidst the backdrop of a small town. With a stellar cast including Chandler Riggs (Walking Dead) as Ben and Samantha Isler (Captain Fantastic) as Cassie, the drama brings to life the intricacies of relationships and the resilience of the human spirit even in less than ideal circumstances.

“I’ve always wanted to make a movie,” shares Tracey. “Le Grand Oregon stole my heart, and from there, the screenplay took shape. It’s been a journey of love and dedication.”

Interviewing the talented Chandler Riggs, we delve into the complexities of portraying a breakup on screen. Despite the challenging subject matter, Riggs reflects on the friendships among the cast, making the experience both fulfilling and seamless. “The camaraderie among the cast was just so great. It really made our jobs very easy to just be there for each other every single day and support each other in and out. It was great.”

Samantha Isler, who portrays Cassie, highlights moments that unfolded off-screen during production. “It’s a small, small place. And so we got really familiar with all of the local establishments. It was so much fun. I mean, we really just became such a family and we have so many memories on and off.”

An enthusiastic Tracey shares the significance of the film’s premiere. “None of these people have seen this film. So it’s a special occasion. It is the very first time it is playing in a movie theater. For a long time, it lived in my head and then it lived on my computer hard drive. And now, it lives in a movie theater.”

As the film kicks off its festival run, Tracey assures eager audiences that this is just the beginning and invites audiences to follow their journey. “We’re on Instagram at @BreakupSeasonMovie.’ I think that’s honestly the easiest catch-all for updates and we’ll keep you updated.”