Half an Orange

Half an Orange

In Cyprus, romance blossoms between a solitary writer living on a farm and a free-spirited woman who is visiting for the summer.

2025 · 18 min · Romance, Drama

It's summer on a farm in Cyprus. Valeria, a reclusive young writer, spends her days focused on her work. One evening, she meets Antigone at a party. Antigone is outgoing and carefree, contrasting with Valeria’s reserved nature. Amid the sunlit fields and beaches, Valeria and Antigone grow closer, discovering the beauty of a newfound desire. This bond helps Valeria grow and find new inspiration for her writing.

Directed by Loukia Hadjiyianni · Written by Loukia Hadjiyianni

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Thekla Flouri Antigone
Melissa Zanga Valeria

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