23 Nov 2023
codec.34 PAIN
Amidst cityscapes, an experimental short film unravels a woman's exploration of inner pain.
Samuel
After a family tragedy, Samuel develops severe agoraphobia and OCD. We follow him as he tries to navigate his solitary life and overcome his crippling illnesses.
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Paul McQuaid Samuel
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