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The trunks of return (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1996, The trunks of return is a drama film directed by María Miró, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Nayat, a young Sahrawi girl, fantasizes about seeing the waves of a sea she has never known in the desert dunes. She knows that her colonized country has an immense sea and lives in a refugee camp in the Saharan desert. Marián, a young Sahrawi girl studying in Paris, returns to her village and establishes a strong emotional bond with the little girl.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The trunks of return 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 The trunks of return page.

If you liked it. Fans of The trunks of return tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch The trunks of return (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The trunks of return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The trunks of return worth watching?
The trunks of return holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was The trunks of return released?
The trunks of return was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.