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HONEYJOON (Opening Night + Q&A)

  • AFS Cinema 6406 N IH-35 Suite 3100 Austin, TX 78752 (map)

AUSTIN PREMIERE followed by Q&A with filmmaker in attendance

Winner of the 2024 AT&T Untold Stories competition in collaboration with Tribeca, HONEYJOON from filmmaker Lilian T. Mehrel is a hilarious, relatable, and bittersweet portrait of love and loss. Mother and daughter duo June (Ayden Mayeri) and Lela (Amira Casar) embark on a vacation together following the loss of a family member, only to discover that their expectations for the trip differ greatly from reality. With the help of a charming (and handsome) tour guide, both women begin to see each other and themselves in a new light as they navigate grief, tension, and the complicated process of moving forward. Featuring stunning scenery, a sharp script, and the emotional rollercoaster of mother-daughter dynamics, HONEYJOON will leave audiences feeling all the things. - Neha Aziz, Artistic Director

Preceded by short film KUCHAR (THE ITCH).

*Badgeholders Opening Night Party to follow at Soupleaf Hot Pot

*this film is eligible to be redeemed as part of a 5-ticket package.

DIRECTOR/WRITER: Lilian T. Mehrel

PRODUCERS: Andreia Nunes, Lilian T. Mehrel

CAST: Ayden Mayeri & Amira Casar, José Condessa

LENGTH: 1 hour 15 minutes

LANGUAGES:  English

COUNTRY: United States

GENRE: Narrative Feature


Awards:

Tribeca AT&T Untold Stories Award

Audience Award: Top 3, Tribeca

Audience Award: US Cinema, Mill Valley

Audience Award: Narrative, New Hampshire

Audience Award: Narrative, Spokane

Jury Award Best Feature: Three Rivers

Jury Award Best Feature: El Dorado

Jury Award Best Feature: Spokane

SFFILM Rainin Award

Earlier Event: June 2
100 SUNSET
Later Event: June 25
Texas Shorts Block + Q&A