We Forgot to Break Up movie storyline. In the vibrant bar scene of Toronto, a diverse group of musicians come together to form a band with a mission: to ignite a musical revolution. As they channel their individual struggles and experiences into their music, ‘The New Normals’ create a dynamic, rock sound that transcends gender and orientation, captivating a changing world.
But as they rise to fame, personal and romantic entanglements complicate their journey. ‘We Forgot to Break Up’ is a heartwarming and fiercely authentic story of music, love, and friendship in the indie music scene circa the early 2000s, as they strive to make their voices heard and forge an unshakable bond that transcends labels.
We Forgot to Break Up is a 2024 Canadian drama film, directed by Karen Knox. Adapted from the novel Heidegger Stairwell by Kayt Burgess, the film centres on The New Normals, an indie rock band from a small town led by trans man singer Evan (Lane Webber), who move to Toronto in pursuit of stardom.
The cast also includes Daniel Gravelle, June Laporte, Jordan Dawson, Hallea Jones, Jade Hassouné, Xavier Lopez, Gwenlyn Cumyn, Nicolette Pearse, Keara Graves, Evan Buliung, Janelle Cooper, Nicolas Babin and Joe Drinkwalter.
The film premiered on March 17, 2024, at BFI Flare, and had its Canadian premiere in May as the closing gala of the Inside Out Film and Video Festival.
We Forgot to Break Up (2024)
Directed by: Karen Knox
Starring: Lane Webber, Daniel Gravelle, June Laporte, Nicolette Pearse, Xavier Lopez, Gwenlyn Cumyn, Hallea Jones, Jordan Dawson, Evan Buliung, Nicolas Babin, Janelle Cooper, Joe Drinkwalter
Screenplay by: Noel S. Baker, Pat Mills, Zoe Whittall
Production Design by: Meagan Budgell
Cinematography by: Jordan Kennington
Film Editing by: Anna Catley
Costume Design by: Amy Blaxland
Art Direction by: Lisa Duhaime-Gibson
Music by: Torquil Campbell
MPAA Rating: None.
Distributed by: Northern Banner Releasing
Release Date: March 17, 2024 (BFI Flare)
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