River, a young woman, struggles to find her own way in life while trying to help a neighborhood friend retrieve something of value. But in a working community of broken dreams and shallow bank accounts, possessing anything of value complicates the lives of anyone in its orbit.

 

Filmed in and around northern New Jersey and Suffern, NY.

 

Written and Directed by Brian Mihok

Runtime 53:14

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Sunspot © 2022 • birdhouse films

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AWARD WINNER

White Vulture Film Fest • Feb 2023

Best Lead Actress (Joelle Montoya)

Best Supporting Actor (Marcus R. Smith)

 

Nyack Film Fest • Aug 2022

Best Feature Film

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New Jersey Film Awards • March 2022

Best Narrative Feature

Best Actress (Joelle Montoya)

Best Supporting Actress (Rivera Reese)

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The Monkey Bread Tree Film Awards • 2022

Best Screenplay

Best Actress (Joelle Montoya)

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8 & Half Film Awards • May 2022

Best American Director (Brian Mihok)

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Milan Gold Awards • May 2022

Best Indie Feature