Writer and director Jared Isaac joins this edition of EoM Presents to break down his debut feature film, An Autumn Summer. Speaking with EoM Senior Interviewer Thomas Manning in this extended conversation, Isaac reflects on the changing seasons in his own life that inspired this coming-of-age film starring Lukita Maxwell and Mark McKenna. Also featuring dazzling cinematography from acclaimed documentary DP Brandon Somerhalder, An Autumn Summer arrives in select theaters on May 1, to be followed by a digital release on June 2.
If you prefer an audio version, you can listen to the full interview here:
Official Synopsis:
In the Summer of 2010, 18-year-old Kevin (McKenna) and his girlfriend, Cody (Maxwell), are two months into his family’s annual trip at their Northern Michigan lake house. This year, one month remains before their lives take them on different paths. Amid peaceful days and adventurous nights, Kevin and Cody awaken to reality: This time together will eventually end, and each moment may become a fleeting memory.
In select theaters May 1st, 2026.
Available on digital June 2nd, 2026.
Thomas Manning is a member of the NCFCA, SEFCA, and CCA, and also the co-host of the television show and radio program Meet Me at the Movies. He has served as a production assistant and voting member on the Film Selection Committee for the Real to Reel Film Festival. Additionally, he manages his own film review and interview site, The Run-Down on Movies. Manning is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University with a double-major in Communications and English. His passion for cinema and storytelling is rivaled only by his love for the music of Taylor Swift.
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Thanks for chopping it up Thomas! It was a joy