Chestnut is a 2023 American drama film directed by Jac Cron and starring Natalia Dyer, Rachel Keller and Danny Ramirez.[1] It is Cron's feature directorial debut.[2]
| Chestnut | |
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| Directed by | Jac Cron |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Matt Clegg |
| Music by | Keegan DeWitt |
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Running time | 87 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Premise edit
During the summer after graduating from college, Annie is stuck in her university town of Philadelphia. After meeting Tyler and Danny in a bar, Annie becomes entangled in a love triangle.[3]
Cast edit
- Natalia Dyer as Annie
- Rachel Keller as Tyler
- Danny Ramirez as Danny
- Chella Man as Jason
- Caleb Eberhardt as Connor
- Haniq Best as Alicia
- Eric Francis Melaragni as Scott
- Nathaniel Wood as Isaac
- Lindsay Michelle Reed as Bartender
Production edit
Principal photography on Chestnut began in September 2021 in Philadelphia and wrapped in October 2021.[2] Cron has stated that Dyer was her first choice for the role of Annie.[1]
Release edit
Chestnut premiered at the Frameline Film Festival in June 2023.[4] On November 3, 2023, the film premiered at the Austin Film Festival.[5]
The film will be released in theaters on June 21, 2024 and on digital on July 2, 2024.[6]
Reception edit
Wyatt Frantz of Josh at the Movies awarded the film three stars out of five.[7]
Branyan Towe of Loud and Clear awarded the film four stars out of five.[8]
References edit
- ^ a b Legacy, Spencer (September 19, 2023). "Exclusive Chestnut Trailer Previews the Natalia Dyer-Led LGBTQ+ Movie". Coming Soon. Retrieved September 20, 2023.
- ^ a b Lang, Brent (October 5, 2021). "Natalia Dyer, Rachel Keller and Danny Ramirez Starring in Queer Love Triangle Drama 'Chestnut' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved October 16, 2021.
- ^ Billington, Alex (September 20, 2023). "Natalia Dyer & Rachel Keller in Sensual Drama 'Chestnut' Official Trailer". First Showing. Retrieved November 30, 2023.
- ^ Complex, Valerie (May 19, 2023). "Frameline Announces Full Program For The 47th Annual San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival". Deadline. Retrieved May 24, 2023.
- ^ Whittaker, Richard (September 27, 2023). "Austin Film Festival Announces Full Lineup". The Austin Chronicle. Retrieved November 30, 2023.
- ^ Jenkins, Carolyn (April 16, 2024). "'Stranger Things' Star Natalia Dyer Is Caught in a Queer Love Triangle in First 'Chestnut' Trailer". Collider. Retrieved May 2, 2024.
- ^ Frantz, Wyatt. "Frameline 2023: Chestnut". Josh at the Movies. Retrieved June 18, 2023.
- ^ Towe, Branyan (June 22, 2023). "Chestnut: Film Review (Frameline47)". Loud and Clear. Retrieved June 22, 2023.
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