Ephemera

Ephemera (2026)



浮浮游游

6.0 2026 83 min —

Director: Shan Jiang

Cast: Yvonne Shuyu Zhang, Shu-Yi

Drama Romance
One electric night in a post-pandemic Shanghai brings together two women on diverging paths—one on the verge of departure, the other choosing to stay. As they roam the city under neon lights, a soft, breezy queer romance unfolds, charged with chemistry, deep connection, and the aching beauty of a bittersweet farewell. Every moment feels vibrantly alive.

More About This Film

Ephemera is a short romantic drama set in post-pandemic Shanghai. On her final night in the city, Chinese-American actress Asher asks out Tori, her hip-hop dance teacher, and the pair embark on an unexpected nocturnal journey through the city.

The film uses the limited time before sunrise to create a bittersweet portrait of attraction, cultural identity and the feeling of saying goodbye to a place or a person. Yvonne Shuyu Zhang and Shu-Yi carry the film as Asher and Tori.

  • Written and directed by Shan Jiang.
  • Story credits include Shan Jiang and Ashley Jiang.
  • Produced by Shan Jiang, Yinx Zhou and Sol Ye.
  • The film is a United States-Singapore co-production.
  • It premiered at the 2026 Tribeca Festival.

Where to Watch

Ephemera has a festival-oriented release profile, so streaming availability is likely to depend on territory and future licensing.