Apricity

Apricity

The warmth of the sun in winter, a heartfelt short film about music, memory, and grief.

12 min · Drama, Music

Apricity is a story that follows Ominis, a young man struggling to complete a song his late mother wrote but never finished. Set in an empty bar, the story unfolds as Ominis encounters Lucy, who helps him rediscover the melody—— and the memories—— that connect him to his past. Through music, Ominis finds closure and warmth in a world without his mother, highlighting the beauty of healing and human connection.

Directed by Gabriel Ng · Written by Gabriel Ng

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