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Smudged Smile

Smudged Smile

A smile can paint a thousand stories.

2021 · 20 min · Drama

Zoe is a joyful teenager whose infectious love for life elevates everyone around her. Her sweet 16 is coming up; everything is going well in Zoe’s world. But a smile can paint a thousand stories. Struggling with her mental health whilst maintaining the goofy, happy image that everyone knows and loves, Zoe faces an inner turmoil that overshadows what is meant to be the most exciting night of her year.

Directed by Ella Greenwood · Written by Hannah Westall

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