Roadside Attractions has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to the upcoming comedy “Summer Camp,” starring Diane Keaton, Kathy Bates and Alfre Woodard. The film is set for release on May 31.
The rest of the ensemble cast includes Eugene Levy, Beverly D’Angelo, Dennis Haysbert, Nicole Richie and Josh Peck.
Written and directed by Castille Landon, the official description for the film reads, “‘Summer Camp’tells the story of Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates), and Mary (Woodard), who have been best friends since being inseparable at summer camp. As the years have passed, they’ve seen each other less and less, so when the chance to reunite for a summer camp reunion arises, they all take it, some begrudgingly and others excitedly. Each of their lives might not be where they’d imagined, but one thing is for sure — Nora, Ginny, and Mary need each other, and summer camp reminds them why.”
“Audiences will be overjoyed to share laughs around the campfire this spring with Diane, Kathy and Alfre in Castille Landon’s hilarious reunion pic,” said Howard Cohen and Eric d’Arbeloff, co-presidents of Roadside Attractions.“It’s clear this amazing group of women adored making this film, and their joy will spread to audiences when they see it.”
Landon also made a statement about his forthcoming film.
“We had a blast making ‘Summer Camp,’ bringing a cast of legends to an actual summer camp just outside Asheville, NC, and the bonds they forged really show on screen,” he said. “The film is a fun and heartfelt ode to friendship, with amazing performances all around, and the chemistry between Diane Keaton and Eugene Levy is rom-com gold. I hope audiences enjoy the opportunity to see the film on the big screen, and that they leave the theater inspired to reconnect with their childhood friends.”
Howard Cohen negotiated the deal with UTA Film Independent and CAA Media Finance on behalf of the filmmakers.
“Summer Camp” is produced by Saks Picture Company in association with Grant S. Johnson’s Project Infinity, which financed the film. Producers include Alex Saks, Dori A. Rath, Keaton, Stephanie Heaton-Harris and Tyler W. Konney. Johnson serves as executive producer while Mariela Villa and Elayne Schmidt co-produce.
