[Short Film] Grandpa is sick. Grandma is trying to keep everyone smiling. And their visiting grandson watches helplessly as they grapple with the inevitable question: how do you say goodbye?
The Long Goodbye explores the complex family dynamic of aging, and how the familial roles we play can detract from the relationships we want to have...
Crowdfunded by a Seed&Spark campaign.
Watch the Trailer
Despite the ability to connect with anyone in the world - we often fail to deepen our relationships with the ones that matter most.
The Long Goodbye serves as a cautionary tale to help connect families and generations in an age where loneliness, isolation and misunderstanding are at an all-time high. Where we’re distracted by the demands of today instead of the relationships that will sustain us tomorrow.
But most of all: I want The Long Goodbye to enrich your life.
To inspire one extra moment in your day where you look beyond where your relationships are, and reach for where you want them to be while you still have the time.
Cast
Judy Jean Berns as "Evelyn"
William Knight as "James"
Francis Lloyd Corby as "Matt"
Casting
Paul Ruddy, CSA
Crew
Writer / Director: Karl Stelter
Executive Producers: Joe Simon, Karl Stelter
Producers: Karl Stelter, Caitlin Crommett, Visual Medium
Cinematography: Joe Simon
Gaffer: Landon Brands
Grip: Kyle Smith
Production Assistants: Ovi Balc, Evan Rackle, Cameron Hull
Production Sound: Ryan Graff
Hair + MU + FX: Cristina Brennan
Stills Photography: Rachel Stelter
Post-Production
Editor: Scott Edwards | RELISH
Composer: Christy Marshall
Color: James Knott | BIG GAME COLOR
Sound Design & Mix: Defacto Sound
Special Thanks
Ellen and Bill Stelter
Seed&Spark Supporters
Brainbox Cameras
SAG-AFTRA
Directors Statement
Time knocks on our door when we’re kids, and we’re too busy playing to answer. Time knocks again when we’re adults, but we’re too busy working to answer. And eventually, you have to embrace that time may or may not be on your side.
This film is an expression of everything I hope for. Everything I dream of. Everything I fear.
