Shuttered Hearts
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Liam, a young film student and part-time barista in Manila, lives his life through the lens of his camera, capturing the fleeting beauty of the city. One ordinary evening at the café where he works, he meets Adrian - a mysterious young man whose presence unsettles and intrigues him. What begins as a fleeting encounter soon lingers in Liam's thoughts, pulling him into a story that blurs the line between his art and his emotions. As he navigates his passion for filmmaking and the vibrant yet chaotic rhythm of Manila, Liam begins to wonder if some moments aren't just meant to be captured - but lived.
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