Opening in select theaters on May 16, 2025, The Grotto marks the directorial debut of Tony Award-winning performer Joanna Gleason. This heartfelt dramedy stars Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad) as Alice Kendall, a 40-something music manager whose life is upended when her fiancé dies unexpectedly. Inheriting half ownership of a struggling desert nightclub called The Grotto, Alice embarks on a transformative journey filled with eccentric performers, buried secrets, and the healing power of community.
Composer Steven Argila (Son of the South, The Problem with People) delivers a rich, emotionally resonant score that underscores Alice’s journey from grief to self-discovery. Argila’s music weaves seamlessly through the film, enhancing its themes of love, loss, and renewal. The soundtrack is now available on all major streaming platforms, inviting listeners to experience the film’s emotional landscape through its evocative melodies.