About American Honey (HBO)

Directed by Andrea Arnold, "American Honey" is an American road film which was released in 2016. The plot focuses on a teenage girl named Star, played by Sasha Lane, who joins a traveling magazine sales crew led by Shia LeBeouf's character, Jake. Their journey across the Midwest involved partying, law-bending, and young love that explores the American dream in a captivating narrative.

Making / Production

The film was shot over a seven week period with an intimate 4:3 aspect ratio which pulls the audience into Star's world. Director Andrea Arnold had a desire to work with real people in this movie, which led to casting non-actors in various roles.

Actors

• Sasha Lane - Playing the character Star, Sasha delivered an outstanding performance of a free-spirited teenager, desiring more from life.
• Shia LaBeouf - LaBeouf portrays Jake, a charismatic salesman and Star's love interest, with an impressive depth and authenticity.
• Riley Keough - As Krystal, the ruthless leader of the magazine crew, Keough provided a fascinating performance of a tough and commanding persona.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was shot on location, and many of the scenarios and people that the cast encountered were not planned.
• Star, the lead character, was cast after director Andrea Arnold spotted Sasha Lane on a Miami beach during spring break.
• The film features a unique 4:3 aspect ratio, which is rarely used in modern filmmaking.

Qutoes

• "It's a business opportunity. We explore like America and party. Come with us."
• "I feel like I'm fuckin' America."
• "We don't go to the police. We handle things ourselves."

Music, Soundtrack

• "American Honey" - Lady Antebellum
• "Bounce It" - Juicy J ft. Wale and Trey Songz
• "God's Whisper" - Raury
• "We Found Love" - Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris

Awards

"American Honey" received numerous awards, including the Jury Prize at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Sasha Lane won the British Independent Film Award for Best Actress for this film.