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NJ Director's Nostalgic Comedy 'American Summer' Hits Screens
28 Aug
Summary
- Movie filmed in familiar North Jersey towns like Westwood and Ho-Ho-Kus.
- Stars Steve Guttenberg and Christie Brinkley in reunion roles.
- Features flashbacks of a 14-year-old's memorable summer of friendship and baseball.
Director Michael W. Gray has chosen the familiar neighborhoods of North Jersey as the backdrop for his new film, "American Summer." The nostalgic coming-of-age comedy, starring Steve Guttenberg and Christie Brinkley, was filmed last fall in Bergen County towns.
Residents will recognize locations such as Crestwood Lake and ballfields in Allendale, and various spots in Ho-Ho-Kus and Westwood. The film tells the story of 14-year-old Mikey meeting Kelly during a summer filled with baseball tryouts and friendship, while grappling with his father's overseas military deployment.
The adult versions of Mikey and Kelly, portrayed by Guttenberg and Brinkley respectively, reunite to reminisce about their youth. Gray himself makes an appearance as the baseball league commissioner. "American Summer" is set to open nationwide on September 4th.
