In the latest trailer for “Am I Ok?”, Dakota Johnson’s character, Lucy, grapples with the aftermath of her late-in-life revelation about her sexuality, supported by her lifelong friend Jane, portrayed by Sonoya Mizuno. Released on streaming platform Max, the trailer delves into Lucy’s journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
The two-minute-37-second preview captures the pivotal moment when Lucy realizes her lack of attraction to men, leading to emotional turmoil as she confronts feelings of loneliness and exclusion. “I don’t know what makes me happy. I’m 32 years old,” Lucy confesses in one scene, reflecting her internal struggle. Opening up to Jane, Lucy finds solace in her friend’s unwavering support, who reassures her with a knowing nod, indicating she had sensed Lucy’s truth all along.
As Lucy navigates her newfound identity, she finds herself drawn to a woman in her workplace, prompting concerns about the complexities of office romance. However, amidst the uncertainties, the trailer concludes with a moment of levity as Lucy shares a joke with Jane, breaking into laughter before posing the poignant question, “Am I okay?”
Ahead of the trailer release, a character poster featuring Dakota Johnson was unveiled by the film’s creators, Tea Time Pictures, on Instagram. Set to premiere on Max on June 6th, “Am I Ok?” boasts a stellar cast including Jermaine Fowler, Kiersey Clemons, Molly Gordon, Sean Hayes, and Tig Notaro. Originally showcased at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival, the film is co-directed by Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne, with Lauren Pomerantz handling writing and production duties.
