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Dream of Now

Dream of Now

Fear the future. Live in the now.

2021 · 10 min · Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery

The Chaser navigates the hostile and surreal world of a recurring nightmare in pursuit of happiness, encountering shifting landscapes and confronting strange entities.

Directed by Em Li · Written by Em Li

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