Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Cathy Moriarty Stars in ‘Sunday Sauce’ Short Film
Imagine a family gathering for a big Italian dinner.
'Sunday Sauce' is a short film about this dinner, filled with secrets and surprises.
Cathy Moriarty, from 'Raging Bull,' plays the strong-willed grandmother.
The director, Matt Campanella, also stars in the film and wrote it.
The story is set in New York City and shows a family with all the usual drama and love.
They're preparing a meal when unexpected guests arrive.
The film has comedy, some surprising moments, and is made with the director's real family.
It will be shown at a festival and may become a full-length movie.
Cathy Moriarty stars in Matt Campanella's short film 'Sunday Sauce'.
The film is set in the Morris Park section of New York City during an Italian family's Sunday dinner.
The plot involves family dynamics, secrets, and unexpected encounters.
Campanella wrote, directed, and stars in the film, which also features his family.
The short film is screening at the HollyShorts festival, and a feature-length version is planned.
- Who
- Cathy Moriarty, Matt Campanella, and Campanella's family.
- What
- A short film called 'Sunday Sauce' about an Italian family dinner.
- When
- Screening at the HollyShorts festival.
- Where
- Morris Park in New York City.
- Why
- The film explores family dynamics, secrets, and the challenges of life.
- Film Title
- Sunday Sauce
- Director, Writer, Actor
- Matt Campanella
- Lead Actress
- Cathy Moriarty
- Setting
- Morris Park, NYC
- Film Festival
- HollyShorts
- Main Event
- An Italian Family Dinner