Matt and Mara (2024)

6.4/10 • 80 min • Drama

Overview

Mara is a young creative writing professor struggling with problems in her marriage to an experimental musician. One day, she runs into Matt, a charismatic, free-spirited author from her past, when he wanders onto her university campus. Bonded by their shared interests, the two gradually become closer. When Mara’s husband unexpectedly cancels plans to drive her to an out-of-town conference, Matt accompanies Mara on the trip instead. Along the way, the tension surrounding their undefined relationship slowly grows.

Cast

Deragh Campbell

Matt Johnson

Matt

Simon Reynolds

Matt's Dad

Courtenay Field

Creative Writing Student #1

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