

Strange River 2025
Award-winning director Jaume Claret Muxart crafts *Strange River (2025)*, a visually poetic drama that follows young Dídac and his family as they cycle along the Danube's winding path from its German origins.
Director: Jaume Claret Muxart
Cast




Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strange River (2025) about?
*Strange River (2025)* is a coming-of-age drama set along the Danube, where a boy named Dídac discovers a mysterious figure in the water and forms an unshakable bond with him. As the family travels downstream, tensions rise between Dídac and his brother, while their mother grapples with memories of her own youth. The film blends realism and surrealism, exploring themes of memory, change, and the invisible forces that shape us.
Who directed Strange River?
Jaume Claret Muxart directs *Strange River (2025)*, bringing his signature poetic visual style to this atmospheric family drama.
Who stars in Strange River?
The film stars Nausicaa Bonnín as Monika, Jordi Oriol as the father, Jan Monter as Dídac, Bernat Solé as Biel, and Francesco Wenz in a pivotal role.
Is Strange River (2025) worth watching?
Early screenings suggest *Strange River* is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant drama with universal themes, even as its supernatural elements remain ambiguous. Fans of slow-burn family dramas with a touch of mystery will find much to appreciate, though its unconventional narrative may not appeal to everyone.
How long is Strange River?
Strange River (2025) has a runtime of 106 minutes.
🎥 Trailer
About Strange River (2025) — A Haunting Family Journey Along the Danube
Award-winning director Jaume Claret Muxart crafts *Strange River (2025)*, a visually poetic drama that follows young Dídac and his family as they cycle along the Danube's winding path from its German origins. Along the way, Dídac begins encountering a haunting presence—Alexander, a boy who materializes and vanishes like mist on the water. As Dídac's fascination grows, so does the distance between him and his brother Biel, their bond fraying with every ripple of the river. Meanwhile, their mother Monika, who once made this same journey as a teenager, is pulled into a dreamlike recollection of her own youthful romance. When she witnesses Dídac and Alexander's connection, she hesitantly pushes them closer together, blurring the lines between past and present.
With a hypnotic atmosphere of nostalgia and mystery, *Strange River (2025)* explores the fragility of memory, the pull of the unknown, and the quiet moments that shape identity. Shot along the Danube's serene yet ever-changing landscapes, the film balances quiet family tensions with eerie, almost supernatural undercurrents, leaving audiences to question what's real—and what's tugging at Dídac from the depths.




