The premise
The Absent (2026)
The first work written and directed by Xinjiang female director Lu Dan uses a delicate technique to tell the story of a Russian photographer who has been away from his hometown for a long time, a Han girl who wanders around looking for her father, and a lonely Tatar accordionist in a northern town in winter. A story of unexpected encounters.
It shares its release window with The Last House, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
The Absent opens in theaters on August 7, 2026.
The case for reacting
This trailer was made to be reacted to
One good line reading can carry a whole drama trailer. Catch your face the second you hear it.
Every theatrical release wants the same thing: a real reaction before the reviews show up. Yours can be first.
Reactions on Reactr
Be one of the first to react
Reaction clips for The Absent will appear here as Reactors share them. The Reactr recorder is free for creators: watch the trailer, record on camera or voice only, and the finished clip is yours to post on your own TikTok, Reels, or Shorts channel.
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FAQ
The Absent: quick answers
How do I make my own The Absent reaction video?
Open the reaction recorder on your phone at reactr.gg/studio/the-absent, choose camera or voice only, and press record while the trailer plays. Reactr captures your reaction and gives you a share-ready clip when the trailer ends. It is free.
Do I have to be on camera?
No. Voice Reaction mode records your commentary with the microphone only: the camera stays off, no face is recorded, and you still get a share-ready clip for your channel.
When does The Absent come out?
The Absent is scheduled to open in US theaters on August 7, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The Absent?
Wang Yi lead the cast, directed by Lu Dan.
Is Reactr free?
Yes. Recording reaction clips on Reactr is free, with no paywall on the finished clip. You own your clip and can post it to TikTok, Reels, Shorts, or anywhere else. Reactr makes money from studios and sponsors, not from creators.
