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Leptocephalus

Leptocephalus

2026•21m•Animation•Drama

When a bite from an endangered eel starts replacing an unsuspecting scientist’s skin with salt, the scientist must give in to the unstoppable force of transformation. With a muted, earthy color palette, this hopeful short finds peace in the often painful process of becoming something, or someone, new.

Luc Duggan · Director

Luc Duggan · Writer

StatusReleased
Runtime21m
LanguageEN
Release DateOct 11, 2026

Actors

Eva Goldfinger Scalzo

Simon

Desirae Paltin

Claudine

Bruno Medeiros

The Ranger

Desirae Paltin

The Sauna Woman

Bruno Medeiros

The Doctor

Erin Chao

Receptionist

Anabel Duggan

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