In the Shallows (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2024, In the Shallows is an animation film directed by Arash Akhgari, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Walking down the street or sitting on a commuter train, few of us can resist the siren song of that small, illuminated device in our pockets. Through a carefully choreographed collision of hand-made sculptural collages and ink and paint animation, In the Shallows, by first-time NFB filmmaker Arash Akhgari, takes us on a deep dive into the shallow and fragmented world of news, entertainment and ads, where we can easily drown in the dangerous allure of mass media intoxication.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, In the Shallows has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch In the Shallows page.
If you liked it. Fans of In the Shallows tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch In the Shallows (2024)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for In the Shallows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is In the Shallows worth watching?
- In the Shallows holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was In the Shallows released?
- In the Shallows was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.