Friends, Foes & Fireworks

Friends, Foes & Fireworks

friendships

NR 2017 · 75 min · ★ 3.2 · Drama

Fiona has recently received a life-changing health diagnosis, so in an attempt to curb feelings of isolation and anxiety she hosts a NYE reunion with her closest female friends. However, not everything goes to plan. Old tensions surface, past rivalries are reignited, truths are told and sparks fly, forcing each of the women to reflect on and re-evaluate past decisions going forward into the new year.

Directed by Sarah Jayne

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