Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary!
by Alex Billington
June 18, 2026
Source: YouTube
“The universe brought you to me!” Starboard Entertainment has revealed a new official trailer for an indie comedy film titled Sour Party, made by “The Drextons” – Amanda Drexton & Michael A. Drexton, as their feature directorial debut. It originally premiered back in 2023 at a few small festivals, but is only getting a proper release now. Sour Party is the story of friends Gwen and James, two broke, flailing 30-somethings on a quest to scrounge money from a collection of low lives & failed artists in an attempt to arrive at Gwen’s sister’s baby shower with a proper gift. It’s being presented by Steven Soderbergh, who’s supporting this indie flick’s release. He explains: “Sour Party is my favorite kind of indie film success story: a group of artists creating their own opportunity instead of waiting for one to present itself. That kind of indomitable spirit infuses every aspect of this movie, and I also believe the world needs more comedies!” The film stars Samantha Westervelt, Amanda Drexton, Corey Feldman, Douglas Bennett, and Reggie Watts. Looks like all kinds of wacky, weird, raucous fun! Like those stoner comedies we don’t see anymore. Enjoy.
Here’s the new official trailer (+ posters) for The Drextons’ comedy film Sour Party, direct from YouTube:
“Sour Party is an incredibly personal project for us. Conceived from the ashes of one of our biggest filmmaking disasters, the film explores failure and the powerful bonds of female friendship. Shot entirely in Los Angeles and on a micro budget, Sour Party is a love letter to the city. It wouldn’t have been possible without the generous help of so many talented friends and collaborators. Special shout outs to co-story writer and co-star Samantha Westervelt, production designer Lauren Argo and the entire cast and crew, our ‘Sours.'” –Writers/Directors The Drextons
In this unique chaotic comedy film Sour Party, Gwen (Samantha Westervelt) & James (Amanda Drexton), two broke, flailing 30-somethings are on a quest to scrounge money from a collection of various checkered characters from their past, in an attempt to show up to Gwen’s sister’s baby shower with a proper gift… from the registry. Sour Party is directed by the actors / writers / filmmakers “The Drextons” – Amanda Drexton & Michael A. Drexton – making their first feature after directing many other shorts previously. The screenplay is also by Amanda Drexton & Michael A. Drexton, from a story by The Drextons & Samantha Westervelt. It’s also produced by both of The Drextons. This initially premiered at the 2023 Chattanooga Film Festival and it also played at the Sydney Underground Film Festival. Starboard Entertainment debuts The Drextons’ Sour Party film direct-to-VOD starting July 24th, 2026 soon this summer. Want to watch?
