If This Is My Story

If This Is My Story

2018 · 75 min · Drama

A 3-actor chamber piece chronicling a relationship in disruption, told from 3 different perspectives. Kay and Dee are husband and wife, and cracks are beginning to show in their marriage. They both feel misunderstood and unappreciated. Soon, a major disruption happens that drives them to discuss divorce.

Directed by Kan Lume · Written by Nai Djenar Maesa Ayu

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