CinemaOSMovie · 2026 · 0h 21m

Leptocephalus

AnimationDrama

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.

Directed byLuc Duggan

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 21m
Language
EN
Released
October 11, 2026

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Trailers & teasers

1 video
Leptocephalus trailer -- CalArts thesis film trailer

Leptocephalus trailer -- CalArts thesis film trailer

Featuring

Cast & crew

5 credited
Starring

Eva Goldfinger Scalzo

Simon

Desirae Paltin

Claudine

Bruno Medeiros

The Ranger

Erin Chao

Receptionist

Anabel Duggan

Helena

Creative team
Directed by
Luc Duggan
Written by
Luc Duggan

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