Isola (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2017, Isola is a drama film directed by Fabianny Deschamps, running about 94 minutes. “A story made of dreams without fairies, in the midst of a contemporary world, where individuals must reinvent themselves” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On an island lost between two worlds, Dai, a young Chinese woman, survives alone in a cave, waiting for the baby that swells her womb day after day. Around the harbour which, every day, flurry with the arrival of hundreds of migrants, she searches tirelessly the face of the man she loves, her husband. One, night her wish is to be fulfilled
Who’s in it. Isola stars Yassine Fadel as Hicham, Yilin Yang as Dai and Enrico Roccaforte as Salvatore.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Isola has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Isola page.
If you liked it. Fans of Isola tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Isola (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Isola change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Isola worth watching?
- Isola holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Isola?
- Isola stars Yassine Fadel, Yilin Yang and Enrico Roccaforte.
- When was Isola released?
- Isola was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.