Step Into the River (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Step Into the River is an animation film directed by Weijia Ma, running about 15 minutes.
What it’s about. Lu and Wei live in a village in rural China. The young girls often go to the nearby river to play or fish with their fathers. The river has a special meaning for them because China’s one-child policy has led to some parents drowning their newborn daughters there. A poetic and touching animation in which Weijia Ma explores the consequences of this tragic chapter in the lives of many Chinese families.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Step Into the River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Step Into the River tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
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- Where can I watch Step Into the River (2020)?
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- When was Step Into the River released?
- Step Into the River was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.