Bonds

Bonds

Two days too late, Michael visits his son to wish him a happy birthday.

11 min

Fleeing the illness of his ex-wife, Michael has not set foot in the family home for some time now. Birthday card in hand, he forces himself to return to reconnect with his son Jasmin, who takes care of his mother from home. Jasmin and Michael will face the distance that has grown between them and, for a moment, put an end to their loneliness.

Directed by Chadi Bennani · Written by Chadi Bennani

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