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Happy New Year (2025)
Lana, a 13-year-old outcast firework seller, clings to her only companion—her adopted dog—who seems indifferent to their conservative village. But when she uncovers a quiet, insidious destruction creeping into her home, she realizes the true nature of those around her and must decide whether to fight back or let it consume her.
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Lana, a 13-year-old outcast firework seller, clings to her only companion—her adopted dog—who seems indifferent to their conservative village. But when she uncovers a quiet, insidious destruction creeping into her home, she realizes the true nature of those around her and must decide whether to fight back or let it consume her.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Tang Wan Xin
In Theaters:5/18/2025
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Runtime:24 minutes
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