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Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? (2017): Cast & Plot

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Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? is a 2017 short drama thriller directed by Jacob Turrentine, starring Amy Letcher as Connie, Christian Gehring and Maximilian McNamara. It runs 25 minutes.

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Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
25 min
Director
Jacob Turrentine
Genres
Drama , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? About?

The premise of Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In 1966, fifteen-year-old Connie experiences a typical summer until a mysterious stranger named Arnold Friend disrupts her life. While her family is out, Arnold’s persistent and unsettling attention throws Connie's world into disarray. As he manipulates her with flattery and false promises, she finds herself in a disturbing encounter that challenges her understanding of danger and control. The film explores themes of adolescence, vulnerability, and the unsettling nature of predatory behavior.

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Cast & crew

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? Cast & Characters

Amy Letcher leads the cast as Connie, with Christian Gehring as Arnold Friend and Maximilian McNamara as Ellie. Directed by Jacob Turrentine.

Plot

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? Plot Summary

What happens in Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Connie, Amy Letcher, is an attractive, self-conscious 15-year-old girl who navigates a fraught home life. Her mother is jealous of her youth and beauty, constantly comparing her to a sister who is plain and hardworking. Her father is distant and busy with work, leaving Connie to carve out her own sense of self in small, private moments and quiet bursts of rebellion. The family dynamics feel tense and fragile, casting a shadow over everyday moments as Connie moves through adolescence with a mix of curiosity, longing, and unease.

Full summary

The whole story of Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been??

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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FAQ

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been??

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? runs 25 minutes.

When was Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? released?

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? was released on March 15, 2017.

Who directed Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been??

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? was directed by Jacob Turrentine.

Who is in the cast of Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been??

Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? stars Amy Letcher as Connie, Christian Gehring as Arnold Friend and Maximilian McNamara as Ellie.

Does Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? have a post-credit scene?

No. Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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