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Synopsis
When an encounter with her high school boyfriend, Eric, reveals life shaking news to Callie, a woman hiding out from life by working as a desert diner manager, she must decide if she will stay in her safety bubble or change a decision she made 25 years ago that will set her life on an unknown course.
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Film Information
From the Director
Director Statement
Inspiration Statement – Glory Simon
I have been obsessed with The Mad Greek Cafe in Baker, CA. since I was 20. The only place you could get a real salad and at a drive through no less, between Barstow and Nevada. I knew I wanted to make a movie inspired by the place and I knew I had to write it. Exploring the journey of woman who makes big sacrifices to reach her dreams to find herself stuck in the middle of this desert town was the spark, and this story flowed so freely from there.
The themes of being stuck in miserable comfort and needing to make a change but not knowing how or not having the motivation resonated deeply with me. A lot of people could use something or someone to shake them into action. I have felt so disconnected to live human interaction since Covid and I know I’m not alone. I want my film to inspire passionate audience dialogue about these characters and to encourage others to find ways to reconnect. It would be so rewarding if this film inspires other women in mid-life to share their own experiences and be the star of their own story.
Director Biography
A Director, Writer, and First Assistant Director based in Los Angeles, California, she loves telling compelling stories with unexpected protagonists and moments that tug on your heartstrings. Family dramas, cerebral thrillers, and anything with an authentic lead character are Marissa’s preferred projects. She has a passion for creating complex roles that challenge actors and absolutely loves collaborating with her cast to bring performances that feel authentic and powerful. Marissa grew up in Iowa and still returns frequently. Her past few films (Next of Kin, Domicile, and Knee High) were all filmed in Iowa with frequent collaborators, DEFT. She loves bringing together crews that turn into friends and keeps a strict “no a******s” policy.
Credits
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Marissa VonnDirectorKnee High
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Glory SimonWriter
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Glory SimonKey Cast“Callie”The Sinner, Chuck&Buck
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John Charles MeyerKey Cast“Eric”Mom, Lucifer, NCIS, Lucifer
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Sami BassProducerFor When You Get Lost, Disrupting the Silence
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Bruce James BalesDirector of PhotographyKnee High
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