Ondine Timeline ( Real )

film-release
January 31, 2009

Release of 'Ondine'

The Irish drama film 'Ondine' directed by Neil Jordan was officially released.

Ondine Timeline ( Fictional )

discovery
Spring, Present Day

Syracuse finds Ondine

Syracuse, a fisherman, discovers a strange woman named Ondine caught in his fishing net.

living arrangement
Shortly after discovery, Present Day

Ondine moves in with Syracuse

Ondine begins living with Syracuse and his daughter, integrating into their lives.

supernatural hint
Within days of living together

Ondine's true nature hinted

Ondine exhibits mysterious behaviors and tells fantastical stories suggesting she might be a selkie or mermaid.

relationship development
First weeks of cohabitation

Syracuse's daughter bonds with Ondine

Syracuse's daughter forms a close emotional connection with Ondine, bringing joy to the household.

mystery event
Several weeks after moving in

Ondine disappears temporarily

Ondine vanishes for a short time, causing concern and mystery about her origins and nature.

rescue
Later in the timeline, Present Day

Ondine saved from drowning

Syracuse rescues Ondine from the water, reinforcing the mystical element of her character.

revelation
Near the end of the story

Ondine reveals secrets

Ondine shares more about her past and possibly her supernatural origins to Syracuse and his daughter.

emotional climax
Final events, Present Day

Syracuse confronts reality

Syracuse faces the truth about Ondine's identity and his own feelings, leading to a resolution of the story.