Ondine 2010
“The truth is not what you know. It's what you believe.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Director
- Neil Jordan
- Networks
- Start Motion Pictures, Wayfare Entertainment, Octagon Films
What is Ondine?
Ondine is a 2010 drama and romance film directed with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes, set along the coast of Cork. The story follows Syracuse, a divorced fisherman who has stopped drinking, and his precocious daughter Annie, who has failing kidneys, after he discovers a nearly-drowned young woman in his net who calls herself Ondine.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 5, 2010
- Studios
- Start Motion Pictures, Wayfare Entertainment, Octagon Films
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10
- Episode runtime
- ~111 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Start Motion Pictures, Wayfare Entertainment, Octagon Films
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Overview
Ondine is a 2010 drama and romance film directed with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes, set along the coast of Cork. The story follows Syracuse, a divorced fisherman who has stopped drinking, and his precocious daughter Annie, who has failing kidneys, after he discovers a nearly-drowned young woman in his net who calls herself Ondine.
The film explores themes of hope, belief, and myth as Annie comes to believe that Ondine is a selkie, a seal that turns human while on land. Blending contemporary struggles with mythological wonder, the film carries a user score on The Movie Database and presents a reflective tone and measured pacing suitable for viewers seeking a character-driven story infused with folklore.
Should you watch it?
“A divorced Irish fisherman finds a mysterious woman in his net who might be a magical selkie.”
- Features a poignant central performance about a divorced fisherman finding unexpected hope.
- Showcases a striking coastal setting on the coast of Cork.
- Weaves traditional folklore and magical elements into a contemporary drama.
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action might find the romantic drama and slow character development unengaging.
Watch it if you enjoy gentle romantic dramas steeped in Irish coastal folklore and magical realism.
The film maintains a grounded and emotional tone with a measured, reflective pace, rated PG-13.
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Is Ondine worth watching?
Yes, it is worth watching for viewers who appreciate grounded romantic dramas infused with Irish mythology and strong family dynamics.
What is the runtime or binge duration of Ondine?
Ondine is a feature film with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Are there essential episodes to watch for Ondine?
Ondine is a feature film rather than a television series, so it has no episodes.
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