BREAKUP SEASON
“Breakup Season” is a feature length film shot entirely in La Grande Oregon in the winter of 2023. Independently produced and financed, this project is proud to have the Eastern Oregon Film Festival as its non-profit fiscal sponsor.
Follow our Instagram page @BreakupSeasonMovie for updates on the festival run and release plan!
>> View recent press release:
Breakup Season Locks World Premiere
SYNOPSIS
Twenty-something Ben brings his longtime girlfriend Cassie to his rural Oregon hometown for the Christmas holiday to meet his parents and siblings for the first time. The night they arrive, an argument turns into a breakup, and the holiday goes from Xmas to Ex-mas as Cassie is now stuck with her newly minted ex and his family until the end of the holiday. Drama, comedy, and serious heartache ensue.
The screenplay for Breakup Season was developed through the Eastern Oregon Filmmaker Residency.
THE CAST
Chandler Riggs – Ben
Samantha Isler – Cassie
Brook Hogan – Mia
James Urbaniak – Kirby
Jacob Wysocki – Gordon
Carly Stewart – Liz
CREATIVE TEAM
H. Nelson Tracey – Writer, Director, Producer
Stephen Mastrocola – Producer
Rafi Jacobs – Producer
Liana Montemayor – Producer
Christopher Jennings – Producer
DONATE TO THIS PROJECT
While principal photography has been completed, there are many remaining expenses still to be completed, including festival submissions, publicity costs, music licensing, and others. All contributions will help make this film a reality!
Eastern Oregon Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, your donation may be tax deductible.
Donors who contribute $25 or more will receive exclusive access to email updates with details on the production and insights into the filmmaking process, as well as other perks reserved for supporters of the film!
DONATE BY MAIL
You may also send a check to:
Eastern Oregon Film Festival
112 Depot Street
La Grande, OR 97850
Please include your name, email, phone, and mailing address so we can be sure to stay connected!
For checks, please note your donation as specifically for Breakup Season so it can be allotted to this production.
Questions about the production or donations?
Email producer Stephen Mastrocola stephen@staticfilms.la or festival director Christopher Jennings director@eofilmfest.com
PARTNERS
Interested in participating as a partner or corporate sponsor? Email us at hello@staticfilms.la
In The Press
Oregon Arts Watch
A La Grande old time: The Eastern Oregon Film Festival keeps on truckin’
October 25, 2023
EOAlive
AM LIVE with Guest Nelson Tracey: Interview
June 22, 2023
EOU Mountaineer Roundup
When Mountains and Movies Collide: Breakup Season director H. Nelson Tracey’s unique perspective
June 16, 2023
The Observer
LG Family Enjoyed Hosting Movie Production
March 4, 2023
The Observer
Breakup Season Wraps: community lauded for its assistance in production
March 2, 2023
Eastern Oregon University
Film shines spotlight on La Grande, EOU: ‘Walking Dead’ actor to star in Oregon drama
March 1, 2023
The Observer
Actor Reflects on his time in La Grande (James Urbaniak)
February 22, 2023
The Observer
Speedy Transport: Volunteer is transporting ‘Breakup Season’ cast and crew around town
February 20, 2023
KeyW
Why Is Walking Dead Star Chandler Riggs in the Tri-Cities Area?
February 17, 2023
Here is Oregon
A ‘Walking Dead’ star is making a holiday movie in eastern Oregon
February 15, 2023
Digital Spy
The Walking Dead star Chandler Riggs lines up Christmas movie role
February 8, 2023
Fan Fest
Beloved Star of ‘The Walking Dead’ is Set to Appear in Christmas Dramedy
February 8, 2023
Deadline
Chandler Riggs, Samantha Isler Board H. Nelson Tracey Dramedy ’Breakup Season’ – Deadline
February 7, 2023
Nerd Stash
Samantha Isler & ‘TWD’ Alum Chandler Riggs Join ‘Breakup Season’
February 7, 2023
Oregon Confluence
“Breakup Season” to Begin Production in Eastern Oregon | The Confluence
January 18, 2023
The Observer
Grande Ronde Valley to be backdrop of movie production
October 24, 2022