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Runaway Island 2015

★ 10.01 votes83 min📅 2015-06-12

Director Dianne Houston's 2015 drama *Runaway Island* gathers a handful of restless souls who board a journey to a remote island rich with African-American history and tradition.

Director: Dianne Houston

Cast

Lorraine Toussaint
Lorraine Toussaint
Naomi Holloway
Leon Thomas III
Leon Thomas III
Evan Holloway
A. Russell Andrews
A. Russell Andrews
Rev. Clinton Hines
Erica Tazel
Erica Tazel
Vonda Hines
Melanie Liburd
Melanie Liburd
Kira Geoffries
Aisha Hinds
Aisha Hinds
Lara Cook-Nordholm
Branton Box
Branton Box
Erick Nordholm
Herizen F. Guardiola
Herizen F. Guardiola
Freyja Cook-Nordholm
Tom Wright
Tom Wright
Raymond Tepper
Thomas Q. Jones
Thomas Q. Jones
Raphael Burrows

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Runaway Island (2015) about?

*Runaway Island* follows a small group of strangers seeking relief from their daily burdens, only to find unexpected transformation on an island steeped in African-American culture and history. Together, they discover that the real journey isn't just to the island—it's within themselves.

Who directed Runaway Island?

The film was helmed by Dianne Houston, a director known for crafting intimate dramas that explore personal growth and cultural identity.

Who stars in Runaway Island?

The heart of the film rests on the shoulders of Lorraine Toussaint, alongside Leon Thomas III, A. Russell Andrews, Erica Tazel, and Aisha Hinds.

Is Runaway Island (2015) worth watching?

Though IMDb hasn't rated it yet, *Runaway Island* offers a rewarding 83-minute dive into drama and self-discovery. Its strong ensemble cast and culturally rich setting make it a thoughtful choice for fans of character-driven stories.

How long is Runaway Island?

The film runs for 83 minutes, a concise yet immersive runtime.

About Runaway Island (2015) — A Soulful Escape to Healing and Heritage

Director Dianne Houston's 2015 drama *Runaway Island* gathers a handful of restless souls who board a journey to a remote island rich with African-American history and tradition. Far from a typical escape, their voyage becomes an unexpected voyage of self-discovery as the island's layered stories and resilient culture gently peel back their personal struggles. Under Houston's sensitive guidance, the film turns a simple boat ride into a quiet revelation: sometimes the farthest you travel isn't measured in miles, but in moments of quiet understanding.

Shot through with warmth and authenticity, *Runaway Island (2015)* lingers on the power of shared stories and the unexpected friendships that bloom when life's usual routes narrow. Lorraine Toussaint leads a cast that radiates quiet intensity, grounding the island's mystical pull in grounded human emotion. With its tight 83-minute runtime, the movie feels like a brief but potent reminder that healing often arrives when we step outside our everyday worlds.