Taya

Taya

At a young age, Leo tries to enjoy his childhood while keeping his family together.

2021 · 4 min · Drama, Family

In his teen years, Leo has become used to his father's frequent absence, getting by each day through the care of his mother and the presence of his friends down the block. His father, Ron, was usually out of a job, yet comes home drunk and abusive to his wife Anne. Leo tolerates the his father's abusive remarks to not make things worse, until Leo hears him slapping his mother. Out of rage, Ron storms out to leave them, yet Leo does not hesitate to chase him outside. He fails to catch up with his father on a tricycle. The following day, his friends appear before him as they tease him. He breaks down in tears as he chases them. The childish games and insults would never be the same for Leo.

Directed by Xyron Parapara · Written by Xyron Parapara

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