Gossamer Folds
“Unexpected friendships”
Synopsis
Gossamer Folds is a story about finding family and acceptance where you least expect it. Set in 1986, ten-year-old Tate is uprooted and unwillingly moved to the suburbs of Kansas City. As his parents’ marriage unravels, Tate finds solace in the unlikely friendships of his next-door neighbors: a retired college professor and his transgender daughter, Gossamer.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-13
Top Cast
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Jackson Robert Scott
Tate
Alexandra Grey
Gossamer
Sprague Grayden
Frannie
Franklin Ojeda Smith
Edward
Shane West
Billy
Ethan Suplee
Jimbo
Yeardley Smith
Phyllis
Jen Richards
Diana
Brenda Currin
Maybelle
Laurie Foxx
Karen - Mother of the Bride
Christina Elizabeth Smith
Stacy - Bride
Jamiyka Jones
Jason
Jonathan Rosenthal
Officer Wadd
Timothy Richardson
Handsome Gentleman
Nick Neon
Simon
Release History & Theatrical Window
Queerscreen Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 17, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 7, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lisa Donato
- Screenplay & Story
- Bridget Flanery
- Original Score
- Aaron Zigman
- Original Title
- Gossamer Folds
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Mill House Motion Pictures, Paperclip
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lisa Donato
Bridget Flanery
Aaron Zigman
Ava Benjamin Shorr
Alex Blatt
Jason Hewitt, Ben Cornwell, Adam Carl, Yeardley Smith, Jordan Foley
Department Leadership Roster
Bridget Flanery
Writer
Lisa Donato
Director
Ava Benjamin Shorr
Director of Photography
Ben Cornwell
Producer
Adam Carl
Producer
Yeardley Smith
Producer
Jordan Foley
Producer
Nick Smith
Producer
Jonathan Rosenthal
Producer
Aaron Zigman
Original Music Composer
Alex Blatt
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gossamer Folds
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What is Gossamer Folds about?
Gossamer Folds is a story about finding family and acceptance where you least expect it. Set in 1986, ten-year-old Tate is uprooted and unwillingly moved to the suburbs of Kansas City. As his parents’ marriage unravels, Tate finds solace in the unlikely friendships of his next-door neighbors: a retired college professor and his transgender daughter, Gossamer.
Who directed Gossamer Folds?
Gossamer Folds was directed by Lisa Donato.
Who stars in Gossamer Folds?
The principal cast of Gossamer Folds includes Jackson Robert Scott, Alexandra Grey, Sprague Grayden, Franklin Ojeda Smith, Shane West.
When was Gossamer Folds released and how long is it?
Gossamer Folds was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Gossamer Folds?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gossamer Folds was composed by Aaron Zigman.