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Saving Penelope

Saving Penelope

This Isn't a Game. It's a Rescue Mission

2024 · 36 min · Comedy, Crime

Four lifelong friends embark on a daring heist to steal back a precious Tamagotchi from former friend turned nemesis Nick Wilkins. Lines are drawn and windows are smashed as they learn the importance of letting past grievances go.

Directed by Gus Herbert-Müller · Written by Jude Crook

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