🎬Road of Bygones

Bobbi (Astrid Ovalles) is a dominant woman in a kinky, loving relationship with her partner, Ally (Sarah J. Lucey). Bobbi's life is suddenly upended when she receives word of her estranged mother's sudden death. Reaching out to her estranged sister, Samantha (Oriana Oppice), the women decide to embark on a road trip together to collect their mother's ashes in hopes of finding closure.

Throughout the journey, the tense dynamic between the three women leads to a series of self-destructive, bittersweet, and darkly humorous events. As Samantha struggles to understand her sister's non-traditional lifestyle and their shared family trauma, the trio is forced to confront deep-seated repressions, boundary tests, and the taboos of their past.

💡 Did you know?
Follow-Up to Camp Belvidere: Written, directed, and starring Astrid Ovalles, this feature film served as the anticipated follow-up project from Recluse Films after the success of their popular 1950s sapphic short film Camp Belvidere (2014).

Authentic Kink Representation: The film earned acclaim in queer film circles for presenting a nuanced, non-judgmental look at a consensual lesbian BDSM/Ds (Dominant/submissive) relationship integrated into everyday life.

Independent Queer Festival Honor: Recognized at festival screenings including the Big Apple Film Festival and Cinema Systers Film Festival.

⭐ Film Evaluation & Ratings 📈

⭐ Global Audience & Festival Consensus: 6.6 / 10 (IMDb / Filmhub) Appreciated by WLW and indie film audiences for its unapologetic exploration of female sexuality, raw humor, and realistic sisterly friction.

🎨 Indie Performance & Character Craft: 7.2 / 10

Strong chemistry between Ovalles, Lucey, and Oppice drives this character study, balancing dark comedic beats with melancholic reflections on family grief.

📝 Portal Recommendation:

A unique, essential entry for Sapphic Road Movies, Kink-Inclusive Queer Cinema, and Independent Female Director Archives. Pairs naturally with titles like Girl/Girl Scene (2010), Her Side of the Bed (2018), or Wild Side (2004).

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