American Honey 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 163 minutes
- Director
- Andrea Arnold
- Networks
- BFI, Maven Screen Media, Film4 Productions
What is American Honey?
American Honey is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 163 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 30, 2016
- Studios
- BFI, Maven Screen Media, Film4 Productions
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~163 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- BFI, Maven Screen Media, Film4 Productions
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Overview
American Honey is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by BFI, Maven Screen Media, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A teen runs from home to chase freedom with a wandering magazine crew across the Midwest.”
- Authentic portrayal of youthful restlessness
- Visually immersive road-trip cinematography
- Strong performances capture raw emotion
- At 2h 43m, the runtime can feel meandering
- Mature themes may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate atmospheric road dramas that explore the search for belonging.
The film includes mature themes of partying, risky behavior, and fleeting romance, making it appropriate for adult audiences.
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What is the central premise of the film?
A restless teenager leaves her troubled home and joins a traveling crew of young drifters selling magazines across the American Midwest.
Who does the protagonist join?
She becomes part of a crew of young drifters who sell magazines door‑to‑door while traveling.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and is often described as a road movie with coming‑of‑age elements.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on September 30, 2016.
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