XOXO (film)
XOXO is a 2016 American drama film directed by Christopher Louie and starring Sarah Hyland, Graham Phillips, Brett DelBuono, Hayley Kiyoko, Colin Woodell, Ryan Hansen, Ione Skye, and Chris D'Elia. It is based on a story by Louie and is written by Dylan Meyer. It was produced by Joe Russell, Christopher Louie, Daniel Shafer and Max Leitman.
The film was released on Netflix on August 26, 2016. It received mixed reviews.
Premise
The lives of six strangers collide during a frenetic night of romance and dream chasing when a young DJ is given a chance to perform at a festival.Cast
- Sarah Hyland as Krystal
- Graham Phillips as Ethan
- Hayley Kiyoko as Shanni
- Colin Woodell as Ray
- Ryan Hansen as Avilo
- Ione Skye as Ethan's Mom
- Chris D'Elia as Neil
- Ian Anthony Dale as Anders
- Henry Zaga as Jordan
- Brianne Howey as Darla
- Medalion Rahimi as Nikki
- Marci Miller as Alien Girl
- Kelly Marie Tran as Butterfly Rave Girl
Production
In July 2015, it was announced Sarah Hyland, Chris D'Elia, and Graham Phillips, had joined the cast of the film, with Dylan Meyer writing the screenplay, while Netflix will produce and distribute the film. That same month, Hayley Kiyoko and Colin Woodell joined the cast of the film, while Christopher Louie wrote the story and directed the film. In June 2016, Pete Tongjoined the film as a producer and music supervisor.
Sarah Hyland and Graham Phillips have confirmed that XOXO was filmed in multiple music festivals and raves around Los Angeles.