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"When a student secretly living out of her car is confronted by a watchful security guard, survival and compassion collide."

2025

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Drama

Overview

When a student secretly living out of her car is confronted by a watchful security guard, survival and compassion collide.

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Australian Film Television and Radio School

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Cast & crew

2 featured cast members

Starring

Paul Talbot

Mana

Lucy Dunning

Tali

Creative team

Directed by: Jeremiah Puni
Written by: Annidette Puni
Produced by: Chhayly Moek

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