Synopsis:

After getting a permanent facial burn, the acting student Hong struggles to return to class and continue his career.

However, he notices that his shadow acts differently from his actual body. It becomes alive and gradually guides Hong in a conflicting direction, pushing him to deal with his fear of acting again and being seen.

To help Hong get rid of the shadow illusion, his wife, Jess, and he unexpectedly reach a private magical beach, the Mangrove Bay, where Hong has to make a final decision about who he wants to be.

©A Jay Zhao film 2025