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Vincent Young Completes Filming of 1970s Music Drama “Small Talk”
8/13/2026, 12:23:00 AM
Production Completion on “Small Talk”
Vincent Young has finished shooting his directorial debut, *Small Talk*, in Los Angeles. The wrap-up was reported by Deadline, which confirmed that principal photography for the period music drama has concluded. The film was produced by Young, RJ Zabasky, Douglas Young, Kristifor Cvijetic, and others, with co-producers Brian Yuran, Evan Sorlien and Chris Kim. Casting was overseen by Dean Fronk and Donald Pemrick.
Film Premise and Setting
*Small Talk* is set against the late-1970s Los Angeles rock scene and follows a young band on the brink of success. The narrative explores how ambition, romance and addiction threaten the friendships and loyalties that initially bound the musicians together. The story is intended to portray a world that feels “completely alive and specific,” immersing viewers in the era rather than recreating it from a distance.
Principal Cast and Crew
The ensemble includes:
- Keegan Allen – known for *Pretty Little Liars*
- Conor Husting – from *The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia*
- Rio Mangini – of *Wolf Pack*
- Sophia Del Rio – featured in *72 Hours*
- Austin North – seen in *Outer Banks*
Supporting actors such as Sophie Swiszcz, Shaun Holmes, Ruben Vernier, Doug Locke, Jamison Jones, Ross Gallo, Kavan Reece, Maury Morgan, Liam Martinez and Michael Paré also appear. The film’s music and visual design aim to reflect the authenticity of the 1970s Los Angeles music culture.
Creative Vision and Statements
He described the title as reflecting the idea that much of life becomes “noise”—the things we say, chase, and present—while lasting impact comes from actions taken for loved ones. Young said he was drawn to characters still figuring out these priorities and wanted to tell their story within a vividly rendered period setting.
The completed shoot positions *Small Talk* for post-production work, with future distribution details yet to be announced.
