"They Don't Leave" is a short film by written by and directed by Caz McGovern. Produced by Nancy Bevins.
I'm delighted to be cast as Jolene Brooks in this film. The story shares perspectives from three different generations, truth seeking but still at times very lost as they grapple with generational trauma. Caz brings a female gaze and perspective that's deeply felt throughout this film. Its heart moving vulnerability and yet gritty fierceness as three women choose to navigate through what life has handed them and/or recognizing their line of choices.
It premiered in Arizona at the ShowLow Film Festival in September 2023 and did wonderfully on festival tour garnering award nominations, wins, and created very heartfelt discussion surrounding abuse and addition.
We debuted the film on YouTube in September 2024. Click on the image directly below to jump on over to YouTube to view. Viewer discretion advised: PG-13 as the film deals with addiction and abuse.
I'm delighted to be cast as Jolene Brooks in this film. The story shares perspectives from three different generations, truth seeking but still at times very lost as they grapple with generational trauma. Caz brings a female gaze and perspective that's deeply felt throughout this film. Its heart moving vulnerability and yet gritty fierceness as three women choose to navigate through what life has handed them and/or recognizing their line of choices.
It premiered in Arizona at the ShowLow Film Festival in September 2023 and did wonderfully on festival tour garnering award nominations, wins, and created very heartfelt discussion surrounding abuse and addition.
We debuted the film on YouTube in September 2024. Click on the image directly below to jump on over to YouTube to view. Viewer discretion advised: PG-13 as the film deals with addiction and abuse.
Director, Caz McGovern
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Our stellar team stayed united and focused over a three year journey to bring this film to life. With two locations, one in the UK and one in the US (Montana), this film shares a unique blend of English moodiness meeting the rural life in the mountains of Montana. You can click on the pic below to go to our website to find out more about our film!
AWARDS and HONORS
Nominations received for "They Don't Leave"
Flathead Lake International Cinemafest February 2024
✹ Best Montana Picture
✹ Best Original Score
Latest press October 2024 - Indie Cinema - click image below for full press article
