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almost, always

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Parts 31
Time 1h 46m

Almost, Always

In a world where emotions are hidden behind screens and fleeting glances, Almost, Always tells the bittersweet story of Darian Cruz, the golden boy of the soccer field, and Lyra Hayes, the guarded artist who speaks louder through her digital drawings than her words.

Darian, the school's charming soccer captain, hides his insecurities behind an easy smile and perfectly filtered photos. Lyra, an anonymous online art sensation, pours her heart into her digital creations but keeps everyone at arm's length, afraid of vulnerability.

Their paths cross in quiet hallways, lingering gazes, and late-night anonymous messages-but fear, pride, and timing always seem to keep them apart. As their final year of high school unfolds, both must face the weight of missed opportunities, unspoken words, and the fragile hope of second chances.

Through heartfelt confessions, silent heartbreaks, and a love story painted in shadows and light, Almost, Always captures the raw beauty of connections that almost were, and the ache of wondering what could have been.

Tagline: "In another timeline, maybe we got it right."All Rights Reserved

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