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AFI Fest Premiere: 'Song Sung Blue' Celebrates Resilience and Love

10/27/2025

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Song Sung Blue, directed by Craig Brewer, premiered as the Closing Night selection at AFI Fest.
It tells the true story of a Milwaukee Neil Diamond tribute band, Lightning and Thunder, with Hugh Jackman (actor) as Mike Sardina.
Kate Hudson (actress) plays Claire Stengl, a single mother and Patsy Cline impersonator.
The film balances resilience and love with uplifting moments.
It is set for release on December 25, 2025.

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Story summary

Song Sung Blue, directed by Craig Brewer, premiered as the Closing Night selection at AFI Fest.
It tells the true story of a Milwaukee Neil Diamond tribute band, Lightning and Thunder, with Hugh Jackman (actor) as Mike Sardina.
Kate Hudson (actress) plays Claire Stengl, a single mother and Patsy Cline impersonator.
The film balances resilience and love with uplifting moments.
It is set for release on December 25, 2025.