The Spiral Generation

The Spiral Generation

The Spiral Generation

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The Spiral Generation

"This is why you're not allowed to kill yourself."

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A significant group of trans and queer artists gather to mourn the loss of their friend – Indigo, AKA Spiral – to suicide.

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Mia Larotonda

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