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Stranded

Movie 18 min

Drama

As ​Yiling, a Chinese marine biologist living overseas, travels to Newfoundland, Canada, to study a repeatedly stranded humpback whale, the coastline awakens memories of the coastal hometown in China she has not returned to for years. As the whale migration intertwines with human drifting, Yiling gradually learns to confront loss, grief, and the meaning of belonging.

Raina Yang Director Raina Yang Writer

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Quick facts

Runtime
18 min
Language
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Cast

Sam Xu Sam Xu

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Frequently asked questions

What is Stranded about?
As ​Yiling, a Chinese marine biologist living overseas, travels to Newfoundland, Canada, to study a repeatedly stranded humpback whale, the coastline awakens memories of the coastal hometown in China she has not returned to for years. As the whale migration intertwines with human drifting, Yiling gradually learns to confront loss, grief, and the meaning of belonging.
Who directed Stranded?
Stranded was directed by Raina Yang.
Who stars in Stranded?
Stranded stars Sam Xu.
Where can I watch Stranded?
You can watch Stranded with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.