2026 Sarasota Film Festival
Honeyjoon
A surprisingly sexy, darkly funny, emotional rollercoaster. In this light-and-dark comedy, June and her Persian mom Lela take a trip to the romantic Azores islands for a grief anniversary, with contrasting ways of coping. A charming surfer takes them on a tour as they (and we) surf the waves of life, loss, flirting… an unforgettable ride
Directed by Lilian T. Mehrel

Screening Details
Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT
Ends 8:30 PM EDT
New College of Florida/Sainer Pavilion
About This Event
A surprisingly sexy, darkly funny, emotional rollercoaster.
In this light-and-dark comedy, June and her Persian mom Lela take a trip to the romantic Azores islands for a grief anniversary, with contrasting ways of coping. A charming surfer takes them on a tour as they (and we) surf the waves of life, loss, flirting… an unforgettable ride.
Honeyjoon is for anyone who lives with loss. For anyone who wants to feel free in their body. For anyone who has tried, and failed, to flirt
Cast
Ayden Mayeri, Amira Casar, José Condessa
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