Watching Mr. Pearson

Watching Mr. Pearson follows a former celebrity actor who struggles to distinguish his current life from his memories. To help him engage with a society that has moved on without him, two dedicated caregivers use theatrical performance and imagination as a means of reconnection.

Directed by Dillon Bentlage, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Simon Kienitz Kincade, the film is a blend of comedy, drama, and history. The production was handled by KT pictures and Hedy Films, with Brian Reilly joining Bentlage and Kincade as a producer. The cast is led by Hugo Armstrong in the role of Robert Pearson, supported by Dominika Zawada, Luis Miguel Garcia Rizo, and Sam Bullington. Other roles are played by Zainab Jah and Samantha Rose Valletta. The movie featured a credited crew of 45 members.