Among the cast, Dennis Haysbert delivers a performance that many audiences have described as deeply personal and emotionally layered. According to production sources, Haysbert accepted the role immediately after reading the script, calling it the role he had always wanted to play. That knowledge adds dimension to his portrayal of Marty Anderson, a postal worker navigating long‑unspoken hopes and shifting expectations.

The inaugural event, which quickly sold out of its 1,000 available tickets, featured 17 local restaurant and entertainment vendors spread across Pinecrest’s open-air plaza. Food and drink samples, live entertainment, and immersive experiences gave guests a chance to taste, sip, and celebrate the best of Cleveland’s dining scene while supporting a critical cause. “We sold out so quickly,” Liberati added. “We couldn’t have raised $30,000 without the community.”

The cast includes Martin Sheen, Dennis Haysbert, June Squibb, Stacy Keach, Loretta Devine, Liza Weil, Jon Lovitz, Jeff Hiller, Dot-Marie Jones, Mark L. Walberg and more. Since its debut at the Newport Beach Film Festival in October 2024, the movie has experienced a streak of sold-out screenings. It was the first film in the festival’s history to require a second showing due to high demand. When it screened at the Cleveland International Film Festival this spring, it shattered attendance records