When a bite from an endangered eel starts replacing an unsuspecting scientist’s skin with salt, the scientist must give in to the unstoppable force of transformation. With a muted, earthy color palette, this hopeful short finds peace in the often painful process of becoming something, or someone, new.
Director: Luc Duggan · Writer: Luc Duggan
When a bite from an endangered eel starts replacing an unsuspecting scientist’s skin with salt, the scientist must give in to the unstoppable force of transformation. With a muted, earthy color palette, this hopeful short finds peace in the often painful process of becoming something, or someone, new.
Leptocephalus is a 2026 animation and drama movie from the United States directed by Luc Duggan, starring Eva Goldfinger Scalzo, Desirae Paltin and Bruno Medeiros. It was released on October 11, 2026. The running time is 21 min.
Leptocephalus was released on October 11, 2026.
Leptocephalus was directed by Luc Duggan.
The main cast includes Eva Goldfinger Scalzo, Desirae Paltin, Bruno Medeiros, Desirae Paltin and Bruno Medeiros.
Leptocephalus runs 21 min.
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