Small Town Wisconsin Explained

Small Town Wisconsin is a 2020 American drama film written by Jason Naczek, directed by Niels Mueller and starring David Sullivan, Kristen Johnston and Bill Heck.^[1] Alexander Payne and Jinhua Yang served as executive producers of the film.^[2]

The film was released in theaters in the United States on June 10, 2022, by Quiver Distribution.^[3]

Plot

After losing a custody battle, perpetual teenager Wayne Stobierski steals his son away for one last father-son weekend to the city of their dreams - Milwaukee, Wisconsin. What's supposed to be a light-hearted adventure, transforms into a journey of profound redemption.

Cast

• Kristen Johnston as Alicia
• Tanya Fischer as Deidra
• David Sapiro as Stu
• David Sullivan as Wayne
• Cooper J. Friedman as Tyler
• Bill Heck as Chuck
• Braden Andersen as Matt
• David Ferrie as Tom

Release

The film premiered at the Sarajevo Film Festival in August 2020.^[4] The film was also shown at the Milwaukee Film Festival in October 2020.^{[5] [6]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: Mobarak. Jared. BIFF Review: Small Town Wisconsin Puts a Humorous Spin on Hitting Rock Bottom. 12 October 2020. The Film Stage. 22 November 2020.
2. Web site: Grierson. Tim. 'Small Town Wisconsin': Sarajevo Review. 18 August 2020. Screen Daily. 22 November 2020.
3. Web site: Quiver Distribution Acquires Dramedy Small Town Wisconsin From Executive Producer Alexander Payne – Watch The Trailer. May 3, 2022. Matt. Grobar. Deadline Hollywood. May 3, 2022.
4. Web site: Rosser. Michael. Niels Mueller's 'Small Town Wisconsin' to premiere at Sarajevo. 10 August 2020. Screen Daily. 22 November 2020.
5. Web site: Barclay. Melissa. Film Small Town Wisconsin: "A love letter to Milwaukee". 19 October 2020. WTMJ (AM). 22 November 2020.
6. Web site: Niels Mueller-Small Town Wisconsin (10/21/20). WKLH. 22 November 2020.