

On The Surface
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‘On The Surface’ is a 4mn animation about a young Black woman who goes swimming in the Icelandic sea and reflects on her experience of having a baby in a country that feels nothing like home. As she enters the freezing water, she relives her traumatic pregnancy and postnatal depression. Soon her swimming eases. Being in the wild and facing her fears is helping her heal.
TMDB
4.8/10
6 votes
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- —
- Box office
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- Language
- English
Top billed cast
Gallery

Release dates
IcelandIS
- Digital / OTTVimeo1 Aug 2021
Frequently asked questions
- When was On The Surface released?
- On The Surface was released on 1 August 2021.
- Where can I watch On The Surface online?
- No verified streaming availability is listed for On The Surface right now. Check back soon.
- Is there a Hindi trailer for On The Surface?
- No verified Hindi trailer for On The Surface is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of On The Surface?
- On The Surface holds a 4.8/10 audience score from 6 votes.
- Who directed On The Surface?
- On The Surface (2021) was directed by Fan Sissoko.
- How long is On The Surface?
- On The Surface runs for 4m.












