MOSS BEACH
dir. Armon Mahdavi, 2023
United States. 73 min.
In English and French w/ English subtitles
MONDAY, MARCH 4 – 7:30 PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 10 – 7:30 PM (W/Q&A)
FRIDAY, MARCH 22 – 7:30 PM (W/Q&A)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 – 10 PM
A literary translator in San Francisco is unexpectedly visited by her niece, who she has not seen since a tragic family event. The two spend the weekend together in a small coastal town, where on hilly drives and misty beachside walks, in front of the fire, and over glasses of wine and plates of rigatoni, they discuss the power of literature and the perils of translation, share grief and regret, and find compassion and companionship.
Winner of the Audience Award at the 2023 Lower East Side Film Festival, Armon Mahdavi’s debut feature is an assured minimalist work wrapped in fog and patience, presented in mournful landscapes and intimate interiors, marked by sensitive performances, gentle rhythms and quiet intensity.
The March 10th screening will be followed by a Q&A with writer/director Armon Mahdavi and director of photography Aaron Champagne.
The March 22nd screening will be followed by a Q&A with writer/director Armon Mahdavi and lead actor Nancy Kimball.