Cast Off

A young boy named Simon lives on an island but must soon depart for a boarding school. While spending time with his sister, he discovers a small wooden boat that has washed ashore. As Simon works to fix the vessel, he struggles with the decision of whether he is truly ready to leave his home and sail away.

This Canadian drama was written and directed by Sandrine Brodeur-Desrosiers and produced by Colonelle Films. The short film has a runtime of 20 minutes and was released on November 8, 2016. It has received a positive reception from viewers, maintaining a rating of 7.9/10 on IMDb based on 26 votes.