Whale Island (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 2021, Whale Island is a documentary film directed by Huang Chia-Chun, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Taiwan is an island country. Although it is surrounded by the sea, its people fear the sea since the politics, the history and the religious beliefs held on this island make people turn their backs to the sea. Oceanic literature author Liao Hung-chi and underwater photographer Ray Chin lead the audience out to the sea and into the water. They prompt us to understand the sea and to think about the possibility that the ocean might become our lives and the future of our country.
Who’s in it. Whale Island stars Ray Chin as self and Hung-Chi Liao as self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Whale Island sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Whale Island page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whale Island (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Whale Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Whale Island worth watching?
- Whale Island holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Whale Island?
- Whale Island stars Ray Chin and Hung-Chi Liao.
- When was Whale Island released?
- Whale Island was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.