Honeyjoon

Opened Wednesday, June 10, 2026

SHOWTIMES AT IFC CENTER

Wednesday, June 10 at 7:00: Q&A with director Lilian T. Mehrel after the screening

Thursday, June 11 at 7:00: Q&A with director Lilian T. Mehrel after the screening

A surprisingly sexy, darkly funny emotional rollercoaster. In this layered dark comedy, June and her Persian-British mom Lela travel to the romantic Azores islands for a grief anniversary, with contrasting ways of coping. A hot philosophical surfer takes them on a tour as we surf the waves of life, loss, flirting… an unforgettable ride. In her debut feature, director Lilian T. Mehrel brilliantly transforms grief, desire, and human connection into something electric, introducing a visionary new voice.



Official selection: Tribeca Festival, Tribeca AT&T Untold Stories Award

“A thrill ride” – The Hollywood Reporter

“Magnetic… the work of a gifted alchemist.” – Movie Archer

“After you see this movie, please go flirt with someone.” — IndieWire

Additional showtimes for June 10-16 to be announced

  • Country USA, Portugal
  • Running Time 75 minutes
  • Format DCP
  • Distributor Utopia
  • Director Lilian T Mehrel
  • Cast Ayden Mayeri, Amira Casar, José Condessa, Antonio Maria, Tiago Sarmento, Teresa Faria
  • Accessibility Assistive Listening, T-Coil, Closed Captioning

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