Griffin in Summer
7:00 PM Wednesday, Nov. 12
Q&A follows with Actor Everett Blunk
Moderated by Casting Director Tina Buckingham
2025 WINNER
The Ellen Theatre
Bozeman, MT Actor and Ellen Theatre stage alumni, Everett Blunck, shines in the New York Times Critics Pick and 2025 Tribeca Film Festival Winner, GRIFFIN IN SUMMER. At just 13, Everett landed the role of Griffin Nafly, an ambitious young playwright navigating friendship, first crushes, and the trials of adolescence. his performance has been called confident, charming, and award-worthy. Other films include The Plague, with Joel Edgerton (coming soon), Blood for Dust, Outlaw Posse, Rust, plus limited TV Series Bring on the Dancing Horses.
​SYNOPSIS: Griffin Nafly (Everett Blunck) is the most ambitious playwright of his generation. He's also fourteen years old and living with his parents in a humdrum suburb while dreaming of moving to New York City. When his mom (Melanie Lynskey) hires a handsome 25-year-old handyman (Owen Teague), Griffin's life and his new play take an inspired turn. ​​
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Written and Directed by Nicholas Colia. Also starring Kathryn Newton and Abby Ryder Fortson. Comedy/Drama. NR (contains mature themes), the film runs 1h 33m. 96% Rotten Tomatoes.​​
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​“Blunck is an arresting presence. He balances Griffin's intensity and know-it-all attitude with unexpected moments of typical adolescent insecurity.” Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter