The movie, “Good Enough: A Modern Musical” is a heart-warming drama released in 2023. Directed by Mike Spears, it tells the story of college seniors Jamal and Trevor, played by Jay Towns and Trey Mendlik, as they navigate their paths and backgrounds. The film delves into their lives, their friends, their families and the interesting facts and trivia surrounding the production.
Where it Filmed?
To bring this story to life, the creators of the movie chose some genuine locations as their filming sets. They shot a considerable portion of the film in Chicago, Illinois, USA, while Kankakee, Illinois, USA was another filming location. This gave the movie its unique charm, reflecting an authentic ambiance. Moreover, the filming dates spanned a few months, beginning on 15 Mar 2023.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jay Towns | Jamal Woodard |
| Trey Mendlik | Trevor Pearson |
| Ben Ruettiger | Nathan Parks |
| France Jean-Baptiste | Ms. Woodard |
| Beka | Deb Pearson |
| Pete Berwick | Phillip Pearson |
| Dwayne Hayden | Joe |
| Michael Oilar | Mr. Walker |
| Rhashad Washington | Devin Spears |
| Shelby Conrad | Pauline |
| Adam Boltz | Cameraman #2 |
| Martin Ortiz-Tapia | Choreographer / Dancer #1 |
| Joe Musiel | Dancer #2 |
| Cameron Jacob Lasater | Dancer #3 |
| Ivan Aguayo | Dancer #4 |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie won six awards, confirming its quality and craftsmanship.
- It is not just a film but a musical, featuring songs that narrate the story along with the actors.
- Mike Spears was not only the director but also the writer and the producer of this successful film.
- Being shot in true locations, the movie gave a realistic experience to the audience.
- The film captured important social themes, as suggested by the plot keywords: music-video, gay-community, lgbt, gay-film, gay-pride.
- The Tagline of the film, “What if love isn’t good enough?” captures the underlying theme and serves as a thoughtful element for the audience.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 41.8781136
- Longitude: -87.6297982
- Place ID: ChIJ7cv00DwsDogRAMDACa2m4K8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Chicago, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Kankakee, Illinois, USA
- Latitude: 41.1200325
- Longitude: -87.8611531
- Place ID: ChIJK4qQtbLCDYgR3KKCyKHcFP4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Kankakee, IL, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
