The Myth of the American Sleepover (2010)

Four young people navigate the suburban wonderland of metro-Detroit looking for love and adventure on the last weekend of summer.

Director:

David Robert Mitchell

Writer:

David Robert Mitchell

Stars:

Claire Sloma, Marlon Morton, Amanda Bauer

2 wins & 6 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Claire Sloma	...	Maggie
Marlon Morton	...	Rob Salvati
Amanda Bauer	...	Claudia
Brett Jacobsen	...	Scott Holland
Nikita Ramsey	...	Ady Abbey
Jade Ramsey	...	Anna Abbey
Annette DeNoyer	...	Beth
Wyatt McCallum	...	Marcus
Mary Wardell	...	Jen Holland
Douglas Diedrich	...	Steven
Dane Jones	...	Emma
Shayla Curran	...	Janelle Ramsey
Christopher Simon	...	Sean Barber
Madi Ortiz	...	Avalina Height
Stephen M. Francis III	...	Cameron Nichols (as Stephen Francis)

Storyline

Four young people navigate the suburban wonderland of metro-Detroit looking for love and adventure on the last weekend of summer.

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Plot Keywords:

youth | teenage sexuality | love interest | coming of age | pool party | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Romance

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site [Japan]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

7 April 2011 (Netherlands)

Also Known As:

American Sleepover

Filming Locations:

Clawson, Michigan, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$8,700, 24 July 2011, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$39,001, 21 August 2011

Company Credits

Production Co:

Roman Spring Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

96 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Crazy Credits

Kennedy Pool in Trenton, Michigan "Downriver" was used in the opening scene

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Connections

Featured in Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #2.24 (2011)

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Soundtracks

Let's Not Lose Our Heads
Written by Morningbell
Performed by Morningbell

User Reviews

A Modern Day John Hughes Film That Doesn't Quite Hit The Mark

I call this a "modern John Hughes" movie because, just like the John Hughes films of the 80's, they tell stories of teenagers that can hit home with many people. This film tackles some of the not only more modern issues with teenagers, but the deeper issues. I think where it misses its mark is with some of the characters themselves. The story surrounding them may be interesting, but the characters...not so much. For example, I thought the "twins" story line was interesting, but the guy who played the character which this plot surrounds wasn't very likable (perhaps due to his terrible haircut). I think a better casting could have improved this film. The movie looks at teenage life through a slightly nostalgic point of view, but I think it benefits from this. It also shows high school from different points of view, such as a freshman, a senior, or even someone who has already graduated from high school. This film had potential and some good moments, but overall didn't quite hit the mark.