description American Honey Overview
American Honey, directed by Andrea Arnold, depicts a young woman’s escape from her family life through travel with a group selling magazine subscriptions. The film chronicles their journey across the American Midwest, primarily shot in several states beginning in May 2015. It marks Arnold's first feature outside of the United Kingdom.
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info American Honey Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2016 |
help American Honey FAQ
Why does Star join the magazine crew in American Honey?
Star leaves a difficult home situation after meeting Jake in a supermarket and joins a van crew selling magazine subscriptions door to door. The job offers movement and companionship but also exposes her to exploitation.
Who are Jake and Krystal?
Shia LaBeouf plays Jake, the charismatic salesman who recruits and romances Star. Riley Keough plays Krystal, the crew's controlling manager, who sets sales targets and decides who stays.
Was Sasha Lane already an actor before playing Star?
American Honey was Lane's first film role. Director Andrea Arnold discovered her while Lane was on spring break and cast her opposite LaBeouf and Keough.
Why does American Honey look different from most road movies?
Arnold shot the film in a nearly square 4:3 aspect ratio, keeping attention on faces and bodies inside the crowded van. The soundtrack mixes pop, country, and hip-hop heard by the characters during their journey.
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