Dreams Deferred (2026)

Dreams Deferred follows Mary, a young aspiring actress as she grapples with the ever-present tension between artistic passion and the harsh realities of the film industry. In a career where success and external validation can often feel like a reflection of personal value, Mary shares her personal experience as an actress; her passion, love for character work and struggles with feedback and self image. The documentary captures the intensity of the actor’s journey through re-enactments of auditions, stylized interviews, and dreamlike sequences inspired by classic Hollywood.

• Release Date: 2026-06-01
• Runtime: 0h 5min
• Director: Charli Waite