‘Blood, Sweat and Cheer’ is a dark comedy directed by Traci Hays. It tells the story of a divorced mother named Renee, who starts living the high school life she never had by pretending to be her teenage daughter. Renee is a single mother who wants her daughter, Cherie, to enjoy her time in high school. However, Renee becomes obsessed with Cherie’s life, which creates problems between them. Renee then decides to go to school as her daughter and becomes fixated on joining the cheerleading squad. She is ready to do anything to achieve her goal, even if it means manipulation or harm.
Blood, Sweat and Cheer Filming Locations
‘Blood, Sweat and Cheer’ was filmed entirely in Atlanta, Georgia. The movie was originally called ‘Delusional Dance Mom.’ The production team managed to complete the filming in just 15 days, which is a big achievement. Director Traci Hays and lead actress Tammin Sursok were very appreciative of each other’s work. The cheerleading scenes were choreographed by Tessa Garcia, and the cast had two weeks to learn and perfect their routines.
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, was the main filming location for ‘Blood, Sweat and Cheer.’ This was the second time Traci Hays shot a movie in Atlanta, the first being her debut film ‘Tangled.’ She was familiar with the city’s filming schedules and talent, which helped her a lot, especially with the limited time and budget.
Atlanta is known as the Hollywood of the South because of the tax incentives offered by the local government since the early 2000s. The city has a rich cultural heritage and access to different landscapes, making it a popular choice for filmmakers. Many Lifetime movies have been filmed in Atlanta, including ‘Single Black Female 2: Simone’s Revenge,’ ‘The Ex Obsession,’ ‘The Neighbors Are Watching,’ ‘A Mother’s Intuition,’ ‘The Perfect In-Laws,’ and ‘Murder at the Country Club.’
Blood, Sweat and Cheer Cast Deatails
The movie stars Tammin Sursok as Renee. Tammin was born in South Africa and started her acting career in the TV series ‘Home and Away,’ where she played Dani Sutherland. She later appeared in shows like ‘Crossing Over’ as Rosalyn, ‘The Young and the Restless’ as Colleen Carlton, and ‘Hannah Montana’ as Siena.
Monroe Cline plays the role of Cherie, Renee’s daughter. Monroe is both an actress and a dancer. She has performed in films and also choreographed for several productions. You may have seen her in movies like ‘Secrets of A Celebrity Nanny,’ ‘The Forbidden Love,’ and ‘Bound by Blackmail.’
Other cast members include Kaylan Montgomery as Tonya, Aliyah J. Vasquez as Dorinda, John Paul Kakos as Ramsey, Doug Dawson as Assistant Principal Robinson, Andrew R. Shaw as Patrick Iverson, and Rhyn McLemore as Mrs. Jenkins. The supporting cast includes Courtney James Clark as Lana, Anna Rappaport as Hayden, Shannon Beshears as Julia, Collin Shephard as Johnny, Sasha Hatfield as Coach Forest, Marissa Bennett as a High School Student, and Jamie Sears as Hall Pass Student.
Official Trailer
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Blood, Sweat and Cheer
Q: Where was Blood, Sweat and Cheer filmed?
A: Blood, Sweat and Cheer was filmed entirely in Atlanta, Georgia, which is known for its rich cultural heritage and has become a popular filming location for many movies and TV shows.
Q: When was Blood, Sweat and Cheer filmed?
A: The filming of Blood, Sweat and Cheer took place over 15 days. The production team worked efficiently to complete the shooting within this short period.
Q: When was Blood, Sweat and Cheer released?
A: Blood, Sweat and Cheer was released on April 14, 2023 on Tubi and premiered on Lifetime on Sunday, May 12 (5/12/2024) at 8 p.m. ET.
Q: Who are the main cast members of Blood, Sweat and Cheer?
A; The main cast includes Tammin Sursok as Renee, Monroe Cline as Cherie, Kaylan Montgomery as Tonya, Aliyah J. Vasquez as Dorinda, and John Paul Kakos as Ramsey.
Q: Who directed Blood, Sweat and Cheer?
A: Blood, Sweat and Cheer was directed by Traci Hays, known for her previous work in the film Tangled.
