HONEYJOON
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.
- Ayden Mayeri, Amira Casar, Jose Condessa
- Lilian T. Mehrel
- Lilian T. Mehrel
- Lilian T. Mehrel, Andreia Nunes
- 2025
- United States
- 135 minutes
Sexual Content Warning
Language: English
Q&A to follow screening with Lilian T. Mehrel, director/writer/producer.
Preceded by:
KUCHAR (THE ITCH) (2025) | dir. Vaidaangi Sharma | India | Texas Premiere | 20 min
A coming of age tale of self discovery of a teenage girl and her mother's search for desire collides in their Indian household.
Sexual Content Warning
Languages: English, Hindi with English subtitles
About Austin Asian American Film Festival
The mission of the Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) is to tell Asian and Asian American stories via media arts and help Asian Americans explore opportunities in cinema. We do this by showcasing the best in new Asian and Asian American cinema at our annual film festival, and through year-round screenings and special events. AAAFF is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.