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Noam Ash's "Bookends": A Rom-Com About Love & Family
10 Feb
Summary
- A writer lives with his grandparents after a breakup.
- The film explores themes of love, family, and dementia.
- "Bookends" premieres February 9th at the Santa Barbara Film Festival.
Noam Ash has written and stars in "Bookends," a new romantic comedy that began as a personal story about moving in with his grandparents after a painful breakup.
The film, directed by Mike Doyle, delves into themes of love, family, and the impact of dementia, with Caroline Aaron and F. Murray Abraham portraying Nate's grandparents. Ash shared that his mother recognized her father's mannerisms in Abraham's performance.
"Bookends" also emphasizes authentic casting, with both Ash and co-star Charlie Barnett being openly gay. Ash expressed initial concerns about distribution due to political climate but found reassurance from mainstream success of shows like "Heated Rivalry."
The movie is a "love letter" to Ash's grandparents, who passed away before its production. "Bookends" will premiere on February 9th at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
