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Shailene Woodley Shines as Mermaid Mother in Cannes Hit

5/15/2025

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Shailene Woodley takes on the enchanting role of Mary, a former swimming champion turned mermaid, in the heartwarming comedy-drama "A Beautiful Journey," directed by Nathalie Marchak. As she navigates the challenges of motherhood, the film, celebrated at Cannes, promises to explore the deep bond between mother and son. Filming kicks off this fall across Europe and New York.

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Story summary

Shailene Woodley takes on the enchanting role of Mary, a former swimming champion turned mermaid, in the heartwarming comedy-drama "A Beautiful Journey," directed by Nathalie Marchak. As she navigates the challenges of motherhood, the film, celebrated at Cannes, promises to explore the deep bond between mother and son. Filming kicks off this fall across Europe and New York.