Private Project

Separation

When two co-dependent, former high school sweethearts, separate after a decade of picturesque marriage, they find that self-discovery is awkward, chaotic, and inconveniently done solo.

  • Charlene Westbrook
    Director
  • Sasha Alcide
    Director
  • Sasha Alcide
    Writer
  • Charlene Westbrook
    Writer
  • Charlene Westbrook
    Producer
  • Sasha Alcide
    Producer
  • Nicki Sun
    Producer
  • Nyk Westbrook
    Producer
  • Charlene Westbrook
    Key Cast
    "Charlie West"
  • Jacob DeMonte-Finn
    Key Cast
    "Jonah West"
  • Matt Pascua
    Key Cast
    "Dakota Blue"
  • Idil Bray
    Key Cast
    "Jenny"
  • Kaley Stallings
    Key Cast
    "Addison"
  • Hunter Reese Peña
    Key Cast
    "Scott"
  • Lanie Lim
    Key Cast
    "Grace"
  • Keith Johnson
    Key Cast
    "Cal"
  • Miranda O'Hare
    Key Cast
    "Chloe"
  • Beau Hoffman
    Key Cast
    "Thomas"
  • Miranda De Meo
    Key Cast
    "Katie"
  • Ryan Brady
    Key Cast
    "Ryan"
  • Nicko Sabado
    Key Cast
    "Too Slick Hipster"
  • Adam Bussell
    Key Cast
    "Server"
  • Matthew Lynn
    Director of Photography
  • Casey Ryan Jones
    Editor
  • Corey Ryan
    Composer
  • Dahlia Lagos
    Additional Composer
  • Whitney Worthen
    Sound Recordist
  • Project Type:
    Television
  • Runtime:
    25 minutes 53 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 22, 2019
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Charlene Westbrook, Sasha Alcide

Charlene Westbrook is an Actor turned Writer and Director. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico and raised all over the western United States. It was this ever-changing landscape that gave her a love of storytelling. She is passionate about amplifying marginalized voices and dedicated to bringing unique perspectives to screen. "Separation" is inspired by her real-life experience.

Sasha Alcide was born in Washington, D.C. Born to Haitian parents she found herself firmly planted in both worlds. Narratives found in books, movies, and television would become a major way for her to first experience American life outside of her childhood home. She would go on to graduate with degrees in Political Science and Economics, intending to pursue a career in public service, but found the desire to make and share stories of her own undeniable. Formally only a writer, Sasha has expanded her craft to Directing and Producing with her inaugural offering “Separation”.

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Director Statement

"Separation" is an original pilot based on a true story and features a culturally inclusive cast and crew. It serves as a proof-of-concept and it is part of a larger season already written by Sasha Alcide and Charlene Westbrook. They hope to make the series in its entirety.