A new coming‑of‑age drama from filmmaker Lucca Vieira, The Midway Point offers an intimate, emotionally grounded portrait of a withdrawn teenager on the autism spectrum whose life changes when an unexpected friendship helps him find courage, connection, and a sense of belonging during his final year of high school. The film will be available On Demand on May 19, 2026.
The Midway Point presents a sensitive and deeply human portrayal of autism, celebrating neurodiversity while challenging long‑held stereotypes. Set in modern‑day California, the film explores identity, emotional growth, and the transformative power of friendship and first love. Its universal themes and heartfelt storytelling make it accessible to audiences worldwide.
Filmmakers
- Written & Directed by: Lucca Vieira
- Produced by: Carolina Brasil, Daemon Hillin, Anselmo Martini
Cast
- Sean Ryan Fox (The Righteous Gemstones)
- Catharine Daddario (Second Chances)
- Thora Birch (American Beauty, The Walking Dead, Hocus Pocus)
- Julie Benz (Dexter, Rambo, Saw V)
- Audra Wise (Case Closed: The Legal Queen Returns)
- Wes Studi (Avatar: Fire and Ash, Avatar, The Last of the Mohicans, Dances with Wolves)
