I Am Not a Hipster

Brook is a rising musician in the San Diego indie music scene, known for his emotionally raw, self-recorded songs and compelling live performances. Despite his success, he remains bitter and detached, isolating himself from those around him. His best friend and biggest supporter, Clark, tries to promote his music, but Brook dismisses his efforts and ridicules his artistic tastes.

Brook's personal relationships are strained—he avoids his ex-girlfriend, clashes with local artists, and publicly lashes out in frustration. Beneath his hostility is unresolved grief over his mother’s recent passing, a loss he refuses to acknowledge.

His three sisters and father arrive in town with the intention of spreading their mother’s ashes at sea, but Brook resists their attempts to reconnect. While he interacts with his sisters, he remains distant from his father, refusing to engage with him until emotions reach a breaking point. As tensions rise, Brook finally confronts his grief and the reasons behind his self-destructive behavior.

Brook struggles to balance his artistic ambitions with his personal turmoil, ultimately facing the impact of his actions on those who care about him. He is forced to make a choice between continuing his cycle of isolation or allowing himself to reconnect with his family and friends.

• Dominic Bogart as Brooke Hyde
• Alvaro Orlando as Clarke
• Tammy Minoff as Joy
• Lauren Coleman as Spring
• Kandis Erickson as Merrily
• Brad William Henke as Bradley Haines
• Adam Shapiro as Dennis / Spaceface
• Tania Verafield as Kells
• Eva Mah as Taylor
• Michael Harding as Dad