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Manikin

2025-05-01 · 6 min · ★ 10.0

Drama · Family

Lola, a woman consumed by loneliness after losing everyone in her life, finds solace in reliving Christmas morning every day with her mannequin son, Leo. Trapped in a cycle of nostalgia and grief, Lola clings to the illusion of a perfect family moment, even as reality slips further away.

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Directors
Luc Gilchrist
Production companies
Dweebs, S2 the S Pro, School of Film, Ohio University
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 1,200

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Stephanie SwiftStephanie SwiftLola

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