Dandelion
“My kind of people.”
Synopsis
In 1970s Los Angeles, rebellious queer teen Margaret gets thrown out of yet another foster placement and finds herself in the company of a mysterious social worker who's tasked with finding her a new home before the break of dawn. At odds and forced to travel the city together, Margaret realizes that running may not be her only option.
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Dandelion | Award-Winning Queer Short Film
Type: Featurette • Published 2026-03-09
Top Cast
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Ava Lalezarzadeh
Margaret Levine
Vic Michaelis
Joyce Harris
Kristin Carey
Sister Carmichael
Lynn Allinger
Anne
Sarah Cortez
Ruth
Butch Klein
Richard
Brooklyn Robinson
School Girl #3
Loren Fenton
Lisa
Danielle Napier
Party Goer
Leiah Abellera
School Girl #1
Kimberly Trew
Sister Hughes
Carey Cannata
Gary
Geovanni Gill
Micah
Danny Sainz
Party Goer
Katie Hettenbach
School Girl #2
Alexandra van der Hulst
Susan
Emily Yonker
Judy
Erin Taylor
Sister Garcia
Release History & Theatrical Window
Queer Screen Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 9, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fiona Obertinca
- Screenplay & Story
- Corey Pinchoff
- Original Score
- Emily Rice
- Original Title
- Dandelion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- American Film Institute Conservatory
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fiona Obertinca
Corey Pinchoff
Emily Rice
Bruce "Puyu" Wang
Ace "Jing" Wang
Tori Ichikowitz
Department Leadership Roster
Fiona Obertinca
Director
Corey Pinchoff
Writer
Tori Ichikowitz
Producer
Bruce "Puyu" Wang
Director of Photography
Ana Visuetti
Production Design
Ace "Jing" Wang
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dandelion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dandelion about?
In 1970s Los Angeles, rebellious queer teen Margaret gets thrown out of yet another foster placement and finds herself in the company of a mysterious social worker who's tasked with finding her a new home before the break of dawn. At odds and forced to travel the city together, Margaret realizes that running may not be her only option.
Who directed Dandelion?
Dandelion was directed by Fiona Obertinca.
Who stars in Dandelion?
The principal cast of Dandelion includes Ava Lalezarzadeh, Vic Michaelis, Kristin Carey, Lynn Allinger, Sarah Cortez.
When was Dandelion released and how long is it?
Dandelion was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Dandelion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dandelion was composed by Emily Rice.