Joan Jett Joins "Endless Bummer"

Lighthouse Entertainment announced today it has finalized principal casting for the upcoming teen comedy, Endless Bummer. Directed by Sam Pillsbury, Endless Bummer’s ensemble cast will include Aussie film star Khan Chittenden (Introducing the Dwights), rock legend Joan Jett, Jane Leeves (Frasier), Caitlin Wachs (Divine Secrets Of The Ya Ya Sisterhood, Kids In America), Allison Scagliotti (One Tree Hill, The TV Set), Colton James (Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, The Cell), Ray Santiago (Meet the Fockers) and Andy Fischer-Price (Surf’s Up).

When a surfboard is stolen from a Ventura beach one sunny California day in the summer of 1984, its anguished owner takes to the road with his band of misfit friends and drives to the San Fernando Valley to confront the thief and recover his prized possession. Based on the real-life experiences of screenwriter John “J.D.” Drury, this coming-of-age comedy begins production on August 13th in Ventura, California.

Lighthouse’s Steven Siebert (The Darwin Awards, The Rookie) produces alongside Drury, Todd Wiseman and John Sclimenti (Riding in Vans with Boys). Rosemary Marks (Thirteen) will co-produce.

Siebert commented, “This is a genuine story of a pivotal day for a group of young Ventura surfers in 1984. We are excited to be working with such a talented ensemble of young actors, each of whom brings a unique element to the real-life personalities they are portraying.”

Kevin Lyman, founder of the annual Vans Warped Tour music festival, will executive produce alongside Darren Quon. The film’s soundtrack will include modern renditions of now-classic 80’s favorites, re-recorded by a number of featured Vans Warped Tour artists.

Lyman commented, "It's been amazing watching this film evolve. Endless Bummer epitomizes the journey and adventure experienced by kids growing up in Southern California during the punk era of the 80's, but the decisions, struggles and adrenaline-driven lifestyle are something everyone can relate to, regardless of when and where they spent their teenage years - its relevance is timeless and has no boundaries."

The summer festival and its wintertime counterpart, Lyman’s Rockstar Taste of Chaos tour, will be integral in the marketing and promotion of the film. Special previews of Endless Bummer will be available for concert goers at next year’s Vans Warped Tour.