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200515m

Catching the Sea

Synopsis

"Catching The Sea" is a 2005 short film by Woo Ming Jin about the lives of several people in a village after a mysterious disease strikes and kills their loved ones. Set in a dilapidating fishing island, the film is about reconciling death and moving on with life. A prequel/spin-off for Woo Ming Jin's subsequent feature "The Elephant and The Sea."

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Woo Ming Jin
Original Title
Catching the Sea
Spoken Languages
Malay
Runtime
15m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Woo Ming Jin

Department Leadership Roster

Woo Ming Jin

Woo Ming Jin

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Catching the Sea

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Catching the Sea about?

"Catching The Sea" is a 2005 short film by Woo Ming Jin about the lives of several people in a village after a mysterious disease strikes and kills their loved ones. Set in a dilapidating fishing island, the film is about reconciling death and moving on with life. A prequel/spin-off for Woo Ming Jin's subsequent feature "The Elephant and The Sea."

Who directed Catching the Sea?

Catching the Sea was directed by Woo Ming Jin.

Who stars in Catching the Sea?

The principal cast of Catching the Sea includes Not specified.

When was Catching the Sea released and how long is it?

Catching the Sea was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 15m.