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Mermaids' Lament

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The story of two women who find strength in each other despite their personal struggles, MERMAIDS' LAMENT follows two women: Oee (Dayva Summer Escobar) a traumatized woman who has lost her voice and may or may not be a mermaid. Her therapist, Dr. Nell Jamison (Justina Mattos) battles with anxiety herself, attempts to help Oee overcome her delusions and connect with reality. As they bond over their experiences, they learn to be resilient like the ocean and embrace the power of imagination to navigate the chaos of the world.

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Sabina Dana Plasse Film Threat 08/29/2023
8.5/10
Well-acted and beautifully presented, Mermaid’s Lament is an enjoyable watch. Go to Full Review Debbie Lynn Elias Behind The Lens 08/02/2023
Mermaids' Lament weaves its spell upon you from beginning to end. Go to Full Review Michael A. Smith MediaMikes 07/08/2023
3/5
Both Escobar and Mattos bring true emotion to their performances, a fine achievement when you learn that both actresses are making their feature film debut. Go to Full Review Bobby LePire Film Threat 06/27/2023
8/10
Mermaid’s Lament is an engaging drama about who people are and what they need from life. Go to Full Review Evan Dossey Midwest Film Journal 06/27/2023
Hajim clearly had a story he wanted to tell about trauma and recovery. He made the movie he wanted to make, and it is powerful when it works. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Alethea R Feb 18 A stunniing film and beautiful perfromances. See more Glenn M 07/23/2024 What a surprise! Mermaids' Lament is still unfolding for me. Important issues anchor the story. The rich cinematography, both underwater and above, adds to the beautifully acted story. So many layers! A beautiful film. See more Christy M 06/29/2024 Mermaids’ Lament was so enthralling that I felt compelled to see it twice in theaters. As a licensed therapist, certified freediver, and cinephile, I found the storyline highly engaging. The strong directing, acting, and mesmerizing cinematography, complemented by Hawaii’s breathtaking beauty, captivated me with the same force as watching the original Little Mermaid as a child. The mental health, sustainability, and conservation messaging took it into my all time favorites! See more Kathy V 06/19/2024 Spellbinding cinematography - both above and below the water. It's amazing how well the story unfolds. Many key elements are easily understood by watching the amazing talented actresses convey such a range of emotions through their expressions and body language. The cinematography deftly captures the transitions between what the characters are experiencing and what they are sensing. See more Sarah L 06/13/2024 Mermaid’s Lament is a beautiful film about healing through trauma by leaning into nature, creativity and connection. It was a moving depiction and performance that took you through the dark and left you in the light. A must see! See more Ocean C 06/12/2024 Seriously deep and profound journey though trauma and out the other side. I love free diving and it brought in water elements in a fantastic, healing way. Never seen so much trauma being stirred up and moved though in a movie in my life. Epic film. I saw the movie in Hilo, then walked past some of the shops shown in the movie on the way to my van. Crazy cool and surreal. Must see. Mermaids unite! See more Read all reviews
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G.B. Hajim

Director

Dayva Summer Escobar

Oee

Justina Mattos

Nell

Michael Gregory Gong

Ed

Owen Costello

Actor

Kurt Chambers

Actor

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Synopsis The story of two women who find strength in each other despite their personal struggles, MERMAIDS' LAMENT follows two women: Oee (Dayva Summer Escobar) a traumatized woman who has lost her voice and may or may not be a mermaid. Her therapist, Dr. Nell Jamison (Justina Mattos) battles with anxiety herself, attempts to help Oee overcome her delusions and connect with reality. As they bond over their experiences, they learn to be resilient like the ocean and embrace the power of imagination to navigate the chaos of the world.
Director
G.B. Hajim
Producer
G.B. Hajim
Screenwriter
G.B. Hajim
Distributor
Tween Sea & Sand
Production Co
Tween Sea and Sand
Genre
Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 17, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 12, 2024
Runtime
1h 31m
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