Director & Writer: Brandon Eric Kamin
Production Company: Bear Bear Productions (II)
Release Date: October 18, 2024
Producer: Brandon Eric Kamin
Language: English
Country of Origin: United States
Story
A homeless veteran named Barry (Nick Nolte) and a young street singer named KJ (Dharon Jones) find comfort in each other’s company in the heart of Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square. Their shared love of music and experiences together fortify their bond as they work through their individual struggles. Their strange friendship turns into a healing and hopeful lighthouse, demonstrating the transformative power of creativity and connection in the face of adversity.
Plot Summary
The moving drama “Rittenhouse Square” examines the transformational potential of friendship and music. The movie is about a young street performer named KJ and a homeless veteran named Barry who become unlikely friends because they both love music. Their friendship turns into a source of solace and hope as they work through their individual issues, supporting each other through their lowest points. Rittenhouse Square, a lively park in Philadelphia, serves as the backdrop for the story as it develops and serves as a stage for their quest for atonement and self-discovery.
Cast
Nick Nolte as Barry
Dharon Jones as KJ
Sydney Mae Diaz as Dominic
Carmen Ruby Floyd as Hildy
Lenny Steinline as Bishop Harris
Haniq Best as Taylor
Jennifer Butler as Crying Woman
Debbie Lay as Woman on the Bus
Shanea Lattimore as Talent Show Judge
Asa White as Boy in Park
Mike Wilson as Street Performer Onlooker
Bobby Favoretto as Fentanyl Junkie
Chris James Boylan as Chris
Marguerite Mastromatto as Outreach Worker
Phil Notarange as Park Onlooker
Sonya Giddings as Homeless (uncredited)
