In the bustling city of Serenale, where dreams intertwine with reality, two souls are about to embark on a journey that will test the very essence of their being. "Y.O.L.O" follows the captivating tale of Abbiegail Franxes Mae Lusantos and John Luke Karlos Delos Reyes, two young individuals whose lives are seemingly worlds apart, yet fate has other plans.
Abbiegail, a spirited and independent artist, finds solace in her paintbrushes and canvases. Despite facing adversities in life, her creativity serves as an escape, reflecting her emotions and aspirations. Her dreams take her to places beyond imagination, but her heart yearns for an emotional connection that goes beyond the boundaries of her art.
In contrast, John Luke is a charismatic entrepreneur, whose every move exudes charm and confidence. Born into a life of privilege, he carries the weight of responsibilities that come with his family's legacy. Despite his outward success, his heart yearns for something genuine, a love that transcends societal expectations and superficiality.
Their paths cross one fateful evening during an art gallery opening, where Abbiegail's exquisite masterpieces captivate John Luke's attention. Drawn to the raw emotions portrayed in her art, John Luke is intrigued by the enigmatic artist behind the strokes. A serendipitous encounter unfolds as they engage in an unexpected, heartfelt conversation, sparking a connection that neither can ignore.
Geoff and Naomi are dead, and they're depressed, but when Geoff's cat Bernie dies as well, they embark on a wild journey to find it in the underworld.
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When Geoff dies, alongside his girlfriend Naomi, they end up sharing an apartment in the Underworld as skeletons. But after a few years, Geoff starts suffering a mid-death crisis. What's the purpose of going through the motions as a skeleton if you can't really live? Then he gets word that his cat, Bernie, just died and he can collect him and bring him home! Geoff and Naomi hurry to get Bernie only to discover that, due to a clerical error, their cat has been lost. With the hunt for Bernie giving new purpose to Geoff's un-life, he and Naomi begin a quest to get back their cat. Battling skeleton pirates, climbing the sky ladder and facing off against the villain who took Bernie, Geoff is determined to find his purpose - or die a second time trying!
[[2018 Wattys Winner - The Originals]]
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