Unknown Species
不明物种
Synopsis
The heroine, Lili, is a young single mother who gave birth to her son, Little Taozi, after an unexpected pregnancy eight years ago. They live in a compound on the outskirts of Beijing, and Little Taozi rarely even goes to school. One day, Xiao-mei, a deceased friend who re-established contact by chance, comes to visit the family, and in the course of a day and a night of getting to know and spend time with them, Lili reveals the child's life and her own emotional life. In the days that follow, the secret of the child's father seems to be about to become known when, thanks to Xiao-mei's presence, the young father, Eldest Taozi, whom she has never met, suddenly appears in the heroine's social circle.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
FIRST International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ling Lingling
- Screenplay & Story
- Ling Lingling
- Original Title
- 不明物种
- Country of Origin
- Macao
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ling Lingling
Ling Lingling
Yang Zhisen, Shi Haohang
Chen Hongjin, Kong Wanling
Ling Lingling
Department Leadership Roster
Yang Zhisen
Director of Photography
Ling Lingling
Director
Chen Hongjin
Editor
Shi Haohang
Director of Photography
Ling Lingling
Producer
Kong Wanling
Editor
Ling Lingling
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Unknown Species.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unknown Species
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Unknown Species about?
The heroine, Lili, is a young single mother who gave birth to her son, Little Taozi, after an unexpected pregnancy eight years ago. They live in a compound on the outskirts of Beijing, and Little Taozi rarely even goes to school. One day, Xiao-mei, a deceased friend who re-established contact by chance, comes to visit the family, and in the course of a day and a night of getting to know and spend time with them, Lili reveals the child's life and her own emotional life. In the days that follow, the secret of the child's father seems to be about to become known when, thanks to Xiao-mei's presence, the young father, Eldest Taozi, whom she has never met, suddenly appears in the heroine's social circle.
Who directed Unknown Species?
Unknown Species was directed by Ling Lingling.
Who stars in Unknown Species?
The principal cast of Unknown Species includes Yang Shuo, Su Mei, Gu Hanru, Guo Tao.
When was Unknown Species released and how long is it?
Unknown Species was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.