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Stay the Night

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At a time when dating apps and casual hook-ups are the "new romance standard," reserved and very single Grace feels like an outcast. But when she meets Carter Stone, a professional athlete on the outs, who has his own decision to make, she wonders if maybe Carter is the perfect solution to her problem. After their first attempt at a one-night stand goes awry, they end up spending the evening walking and talking through the streets of Toronto, leading them to a connection neither of them expected.

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Sheila O'Malley RogerEbert.com 10/07/2022
3.5/4
Jeyapalan's two actors, with sparkling chemistry between them, allow their characters to emerge, tentatively, towards a connection. It's such a pleasure to watch this relationship develop. Go to Full Review Rose Ho The Asian Cut Aug 2
4/5
Bang and Scarpellino are instantly charming. Go to Full Review Nuha Hassan Film Cred 09/04/2023
A charming movie with the idea and premise set perfectly, Stay the Night’s strongest aspects would be the cinematography by Conor Fisher and Jeyapalan’s brilliant storytelling. Go to Full Review Chris Knight National Post 11/18/2022
3.5/5
What follows is a simple, sweet story about two people who may (or may not) be falling in love with each other over the course of a long evening. Go to Full Review Thom Ernst Original Cin 11/17/2022
A-minus
Jeyapalan's script is witty, charming, and filled with affection. An unforgettable debut in a simple but pleasing comedy. Go to Full Review Courtney Small That Shelf 11/17/2022
Jeyapalan’s film is one of those romances where the seed of love is planted and allowed to slowly blossom. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Kalissa H. @kali_416 Mar 30 I wasn’t the biggest fan of the ending, but it was still worth a watch. See more Caitlin L @Movielover25399 Jan 2 Grace struggles with opening her heart&the vulnerability of being truly seen.Carter struggles with the conflicting decision to fight for his dreams or find hope in a new dream.Brought together by sheer circumstance they find comforting solace in the presence of a stranger.The chemistry is subtle, the kind that reveals itself slowly.Walking through the streets of Toronto revealing themselves to one another, layer by layer.I enjoy the sense of realism you'll find in the awkward pauses&messy moments.The dreamy romance can be alluring but leaves no room for realistic truth.The down to earth feel of this film is endearing.Andrea highlights the struggle of embracing vulnerability in the face of fear.Joe portrays the beauty of offering selfless compassion in the midst of your pain.Wish the movie was longer,hoping for a sequel.This film is a celebration of human connection that even in brevity can be transformative&uplifting.The willingness to be witnessed in your fragility,one profound moment See more George W. @George1 Nov 16 Fantastic until the end. Worth seeing, particularly if you want something mellow and refreshing. But, personally, would have done the last 2 minutes differently. See more Swinter W @RT79772393 Apr 17 Honestly it's Great watch and the love story is well developed and the characters get to learn about one another in and it makes you feel like they've known each other for more than a night See more Chris T @RT59861212 03/29/2025 I liked it a lot. The casting was excellent. Stay The Night is a movie I can watch over and over. See more Gene S @RT26109449 01/12/2025 Actors have no chemistry at all. Bang's character is so rigid, self-centered and off-putting that it is impossible to believe that anyone would want to be in a relationship with her. The 3 of us who watched it on Prime thought it was a waste of our time. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Renuka Jeyapalan

Director

Andrea Bang

Grace

Joe Scarpellino

Carter

Humberly González

Joni

Raymond Ablack

Roshan

Graham Abbey

Coach Matthews

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Synopsis At a time when dating apps and casual hook-ups are the "new romance standard," reserved and very single Grace feels like an outcast. But when she meets Carter Stone, a professional athlete on the outs, who has his own decision to make, she wonders if maybe Carter is the perfect solution to her problem. After their first attempt at a one-night stand goes awry, they end up spending the evening walking and talking through the streets of Toronto, leading them to a connection neither of them expected.
Director
Renuka Jeyapalan
Producer
Brian Robertson, Glenn Cockburn
Screenwriter
Renuka Jeyapalan, Renuka Jeyapalan
Distributor
Freestyle Digital Media
Production Co
Relay Station, Low End
Genre
Romance, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 7, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 7, 2022
Runtime
1h 34m
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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