Jonathan Scott Chinn’s directorial debut, THE WIDOWERS, described as a powerful and hilarious film about grief, loneliness, and loss, will be available on VOD February 18.
A true independent film, THE WIDOWERS was self-financed from personal savings and depended on the contributions of its actors, crew, and craftsmen. Its core film team, along with a 60% female crew, tell a personal story of loss and explore what happens after the dramatic impact of death has subsided, and the loss has become a new norm.
As Jake (Richard Lovejoy) finds himself unable to put his life back together after the death of his wife, his best friend signs the two of them up for a grief counseling retreat in upstate New York. There they meet an odd ensemble of fellow mourners. Desperate to feel something again, Jake pushes back against the charade of group therapy sessions and useless bonding exercises. However, he soon discovers that the last remnants of his old life are beginning to crumble, and a new beginning is on the horizon.
THE WIDOWERS is the winner of Best Narrative Feature, Best Director, Best Ensemble at Chain NYC Film Festival.
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