A nomadic siren named Una travels through drought-stricken landscapes of the United States, exploring identity and belonging amid the Trump-era and activist merpeople in Portland.
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A nomadic siren named Una travels through drought-stricken landscapes of the United States, exploring identity and belonging amid the Trump-era and activist merpeople in Portland.
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Una, a nomadic siren, travels through drought-stricken landscapes of the United States. She encounters various settings, including American diners and urban streets, alongside Moth. Their road trip occurs against the backdrop of the Trump-era. Along the way, they meet activist merpeople in Portland, who reclaim their identity from consumer culture. Directors Miri Ian Gossing and Lina Sieckmann combine documentary and fiction, drawing on the merfolk subculture to question traditional views on identity and belonging.
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- Meet Una, a nomadic siren in a drought-stricken world.
- Follow Una's road trip with Moth across America.
- See the film's unique blend of documentary and fiction.
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- Sirens Call had its world premiere on 14 February 2025.
- The film was shot in locations including Portland, San Francisco, and Egypt.
- Principal photography began on 4 November 2020 and ended on 24 September 2022.
- Sirens Call is selected for the 39th Teddy Award and competes for Best Documentary Film.
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Who directed Sirens Call?
Sirens Call was written and directed by Miri Ian Gossing and Lina Sieckmann.
When did Sirens Call premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival?
Sirens Call had its world premiere on 14 February 2025 at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.
What is the duration of Sirens Call?
Sirens Call has a duration of 121 minutes.
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