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Play Date (2025)
A short film that follows two mothers who must navigate their relationship one year after a tragic school shooting turned their worlds upside down. Their painfully awkward encounter surprises them when it leads to a moment of joy and connection over a grilled cheese sandwich.
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A short film that follows two mothers who must navigate their relationship one year after a tragic school shooting turned their worlds upside down. Their painfully awkward encounter surprises them when it leads to a moment of joy and connection over a grilled cheese sandwich.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Gavin Broady
In Theaters:6/14/2025
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Runtime:13 minutes
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