Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem

Live now. Tomorrow is never promised.

2025 · 14 min · Drama

Kane is invited to Jacqueline's family house for the summer. He slowly discovers he would sacrifice anything to stay...

Directed by Tommy Manov · Written by Tommy Manov

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