Julia's New Friend

Julia's New Friend

NR 2021 · 10 min · Comedy, Drama

A 14 year-old girl builds herself a best friend to cope with the mounting pressures of adolescence.

Directed by Frances McIlvain · Written by Frances McIlvain

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