Small Engine Repair (film)

Small Engine Repair is an upcoming film written and directed by John Pollono based on Pollono's play of the same name.

Small Engine Repair
Directed byJohn Pollono
Produced by
Screenplay byJohn Pollono
Based onSmall Engine Repair
by John Pollono
Starring
CinematographyMatt Mitchell
Edited by
  • Christopher Robin Bell
  • David Moritz
LanguageEnglish

First announced in January 2019,[1] a film adaptation of the play was produced early that year. Production began in February 2019 outside of New York City, namely in Yonkers and Tappen, New York.[2][3]

The adaptation was penned and directed by Pollono and produced by Peter Abrams, Jon Bernthal, Rick Rosenthal, and Noah Rothman.[4] Pollono and Bernthal reprise their roles from the original production and Shea Whigham and Spencer House portray Packie and Chad, respectively. Michael Redfield and Josh Helman, who both starred in the original production are in the film as new characters. Additionally, Jennifer Pollono, the original costume designer, and Sophie Pollono, her daughter with John Pollono, also have roles in the film.

The adaptation was slated to premiere in March 2020 as part of the SXSW Festival's Narrative Spotlight.[5] Following the cancellation of the festival that year, the premiere was put on hold.[6]

Cast
  • John Pollono as Frank Romanoski
    • Zachary Hernandez as Young Frank Romanowski
  • Shea Whigham as Packie Hanrahan
  • Jon Bernthal as Terrance Swaino
    • Hunter Jones as Young Terrance Swaino
  • Spencer House as Chad Walker
  • Jordana Spiro as Karen Delgado
  • Ciara Bravo as Crystal Romanoski
    • Nina Peterson as Young Crystal Romanoski
  • Josh Helman as Anthony Romanoski
  • Michael Redfield as Tommy Hanrahan
  • Ashlie Atkinson as Diane Swaino
  • Jenna Lamia as Patty Swaino
  • Joshua Bitton as Lawrence Swaino
  • Shannon Esper as Judy Swaino
  • John Rothman as Mr. Walker
  • Ajna Jai as Afnahn
  • Tom Draper as Mikey The Bartender
  • Jennifer Pollono as Dottie

References
  1. Weekly, Production (2019-01-12). "Jon Bernthal @jonnybernthal joins the feature adaptation of @JohnPollono's play SMALL ENGINE REPAIR". @prodweek. Retrieved 2019-12-03.
  2. "Jennifer Pollono on Instagram: "Stealing this image from @terryroth! It made my morning! Go get it boys! @kelsey_lloyd keep them warm and caffeinated....make us proud "". Instagram. Retrieved 2019-12-03.
  3. "Jon Bernthal: 'Honor of my career' is working with vets". UPI. Retrieved 2019-12-03.
  4. "Small Engine Repair". Production List | Film & Television Industry Alliance. 2019-01-14. Retrieved 2019-12-03.
  5. "SXSW: Judd Apatow Returns With 'The King of Staten Island'; Apple TV+ Debuts 'Central Park'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2020-05-09.
  6. Jr, Mike Fleming; Jr, Mike Fleming (2020-04-03). "Coping With COVID-19 Crisis: 'Small Engine Repair' Filmmakers John Pollono & Jon Bernthal Still Hellbent On Theatrical Release After SXSW Setback". Deadline. Retrieved 2020-05-09.


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