Blue Dasher Productions Announces Short Film Homecomings to Begin Filming This September in Sacramento

Blue Dasher Productions is proud to officially announce Homecomings, a poignant and powerful new short film that will begin production this September on location in Sacramento, California.

Written and directed by Wren Valentino, Homecomings is a moving character study set in a small-town laundromat where two former high school rivals—now in their sixties—unexpectedly cross paths for the first time in over forty years. What begins as an awkward reunion soon unearths buried memories, deep-seated regrets, and the fragile hope for redemption.

The film stars acclaimed actress Hester Wagner as Leslie, a once-revered beauty queen whose glow has long since faded in the eyes of the town—and perhaps herself. 

Opposite her, Desirae Velasquez delivers a layered performance as Cathy, a woman who has fought hard not to let the disappointments of life embitter her entirely. Together, they bring to life a story about time, memory, and the elusive nature of forgiveness.

Wren Valentino not only penned the screenplay but will also direct and serve as executive producer under the Blue Dasher Productions banner. The film is produced in association with Candid Life Entertainment and Hoop Earrings Entertainment, with Adam Michael producing on behalf of Candid Life and Frankie Hernandez representing Hoop Earrings.

Additional producers include Cynthia Lopez-Spencer and Edward C. Ortiz for Blue Dasher Productions, with Mindy Scranton-Morgan serving as Associate Producer. Seth Scranton-Morgan has been named Second Unit Director, contributing additional visual storytelling to enrich the film’s emotional landscape.

Valentino shared his inspiration for the project, stating:

“I’m deeply committed to exploring the lives of ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary emotional circumstances—those pivotal moments that shift the course of a life forever. I’ve always been inspired by the inner worlds of women and the untold stories they carry. With Homecomings, I wanted to give voice to two women shaped by time, silence, and the things left unsaid.”

Homecomings marks another exciting step forward for Blue Dasher Productions in its mission to tell emotionally resonant, character-driven stories. With an evocative script, a powerhouse cast, and a dedicated production team, Homecomings promises to leave a lasting impact on audiences.

Stay tuned for more updates as production begins this fall.