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Release Date:
January 1, 2024
Original Title:
Bookend
Genres:
Drama | Horror
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 5
A chilling exploration of the intersection of mental health in the black community, trauma, and fatherhood. Bookend delivers a powerful narrative about the inescapable nature of the past. Visually rich and deeply emotional, this short film is a bold, introspective piece that showcases the power of genre to explore complex emotional landscapes. The Bookend is a haunting psychological thriller that delves into the unraveling mind of Christopher, a young Black man on the cusp of fatherhood. As he struggles to prepare for the weight of this life changing responsibility, memories of his traumatic childhood begin to surface, blurring the lines between past and present.
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