Under the September Sun
A film about a couple's experiences on Independence Day.
August 28, 2025
1h 30m
Overview
Abel takes his girlfriend Meryem to Quetzaltenango to meet his conservative family during the Guatemalan Independence Day celebrations. While Abel struggles to live up to family expectations, Meryem ventures into the city in search of her idol. With secrets and misunderstandings, the couple faces comical and heartwarming challenges during a night of parades and revelations.
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In United States
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Cast
Joss Porras
MeryemGaspar Juarez
AbelKarla García
CarmenMichelle Tello
Michi
Rodolfo Espinosa
Chofo Espinosa (El menda)Melchor Gutierrez
El tíoJacqueline Camas Mazariegos
La mamáArnold Rivera
El hermano grandeCecilia Menocal
La primaSergio Green
El primo gringoJimmy Alvarado Cardenas
Dueño de ChocoyosAndrés Zea
Willy (from Aquí Me Quedo)Eva Romero
Eva (la misma)Dharma Morales
Ana Lú
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