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Two people on a first date mask and ignore their insecurities until an event forces them to say what they''re really thinking. Even though being honest and vulnerable can be terrifying, acknowledging and accepting our darkness is what actually allows us to move forward and make genuine connections.

Credits

Director(s):

Erin Brown Thomas

Producer(s):

Olivia Haller, Chris Krebsbach, Tara Hotchkis

Writer(s):

Olivia Haller

Cast:

Olivia Haller, Hunter Stiebel, Ciarra Krohne

Cinematographer(s):

Beth Napoli

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