'prey' - MiamisFF Review
The story of the loss of innocence of the young prey who has been maimed by the predator. *Trigger Warning, sexual abuse and assault is discussed in this short film.

After his father's death, Sharul only wants a songkok (traditional Malay hat) left behind by his father from his stepmother. Sharul cannot stop wearing the songkok wherever he goes despite having to face various ridicule. For the sake of a better future, Sharul is determined to migrate accompanied by the songkok. Fate has brought Sharul together with a man who gives charity by placing food and drinks for anyone in need (Sustenance Without an Address). Unexpectedly, a tear in the songkok has revealed who that man is.
The story of the loss of innocence of the young prey who has been maimed by the predator. *Trigger Warning, sexual abuse and assault is discussed in this short film.
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