Smile Now, Cry Later
“A young man ventures deep down the psychedelic rabbit hole when he chooses to confront childhood trauma in search for what it means to be a man.”
Synopsis
'Smile Now, Cry Later, a film that explores the complexities of mental health and the power of human connection. Directed, written, and produced by Keanu Cordero. The film follows Joey, a young man struggling to cope with his mental health issues. When he reconnects with his childhood friend Lila, he finds the strength to confront his inner demons and take control of his life. With a talented cast that includes David Carbajal, Kalen Austin, Presley Weber, Gabriel Carmona, Stormy Lopez, and Nick Mendez, Smile Now, Cry Later is a powerful and moving exploration of the human experience.'
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Smile Now, Cry Later - Trailer #2
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-04-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 10, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$3K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Keanu Cordero
- Screenplay & Story
- Keanu Cordero
- Original Title
- Smile Now, Cry Later
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Budget
- $3K
- Production Studios
- CloudyBox Co., Defiant Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Keanu Cordero
Keanu Cordero
Keanu Cordero
Keanu Cordero
David Carbajal, Kalen Austin
Department Leadership Roster
Keanu Cordero
Director
David Carbajal
Producer
Keanu Cordero
Editor
Keanu Cordero
Writer
Kalen Austin
Producer
Keanu Cordero
Director of Photography
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What is Smile Now, Cry Later about?
'Smile Now, Cry Later, a film that explores the complexities of mental health and the power of human connection. Directed, written, and produced by Keanu Cordero. The film follows Joey, a young man struggling to cope with his mental health issues. When he reconnects with his childhood friend Lila, he finds the strength to confront his inner demons and take control of his life. With a talented cast that includes David Carbajal, Kalen Austin, Presley Weber, Gabriel Carmona, Stormy Lopez, and Nick Mendez, Smile Now, Cry Later is a powerful and moving exploration of the human experience.'
Who directed Smile Now, Cry Later?
Smile Now, Cry Later was directed by Keanu Cordero.
Who stars in Smile Now, Cry Later?
The principal cast of Smile Now, Cry Later includes David Carbajal, Presley Weber, Kalen Austin, Gabriel Carmona, Stormy Lopez.
When was Smile Now, Cry Later released and how long is it?
Smile Now, Cry Later was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 38m.