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After his father’s death, an already destructive Leo spirals into grief, pulling Iris down with him. Lost and yearning for connection, she falls into self-destructive patterns—forcing her to confront the truth about their relationship. Set in Stockport, this raw and lyrical drama sees Iris and Leo struggling to navigate love, addiction, and loss.
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After his father’s death, an already destructive Leo spirals into grief, pulling Iris down with him. Lost and yearning for connection, she falls into self-destructive patterns—forcing her to confront the truth about their relationship. Set in Stockport, this raw and lyrical drama sees Iris and Leo struggling to navigate love, addiction, and loss.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Louis McCourt
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Runtime:28 minutes
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