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Imagine getting a second chance at your dreams—would you seize the opportunity, or let that chapter of your life remain closed?
For one Los Angeles actor, Rich Grosso, who stepped away from acting for nearly two decades, the answer was clear: he went for it again. This time, his journey is being immortalized on the big screen. Grosso, known for his character roles on various TV shows including dramas and comedies, returned to the spotlight with a story that hits close to home. He teamed up with award-winning short film director Stephen Ward, who brought the script to life in just 15 days of shooting.
The film, Don't Say It, tells the story of real people from the Boomer generation battling life’s challenges while chasing love and happiness. Ward says the project speaks to the struggles and resilience of an entire generation. Grosso’s character, Pat Leone, is a failed restaurateur working at his brother’s deli, who tries to woo Lara Doyle, a diner waitress stuck in a middle-aged rut. With his Jersey charm, world-famous Italian chicken, and maybe even a karaoke tune, Pat (Grosso) is determined to win her heart.
The film debuted on August 31 at the Studio City International Film Festival and is currently showing in a limited run at the Landmark Pasadena Playhouse until September 12.
Listen to the extended interview below.
More info on this film can be found HERE.