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"Even a fallen star can revive its light if you find the right source of warmth."

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Overview

A short animated film “Contact” reflects on the ability to express and accept love. Living far away as an emigrant, young woman learns about her beloved grandmother’s death and dives into deep reflection. On the flight to the funeral, she must choose to repeat her parents’ cold pattern or embrace the warmth her grandmother taught her.

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FAMU

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4 featured cast members

Starring

Justine Castillo

Evdokia Adonina

Mariale Carranza

Pedro Gramegna Ardiles

Creative team

Directed by: Anna Belova
Written by: Anna Belova

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