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This dark comedy explores the human desire for affection and the search for acceptance. Set in a large city, the story unfolds through a series of loosely connected and absurd scenes featuring various characters longing for intimacy. The film examines the tension between a societal expectation of self-control and the hidden, vulnerable sides of people who feel needy or pathetic. These overlapping narratives gradually combine to create a portrait of collective longing.

The animated short was written and directed by Anna Mantzaris. The production was a collaboration between Norway, Finland, France, and Sweden, involving companies such as Film i Väst, SVT, CNC, and Svenska Filminstitutet. The voice cast includes Stellan Skarsgård as Winston, Molly Nilsson as Liv, Jonatan Unge as Priest, Ika Nord as Sandra, and Johan Edström as the Voice in the Computer. The project featured a credited crew of 54 people.

Released on June 8, 2026, the film has a runtime of nine minutes. On TMDB, it holds a rating of 7/10 based on 2 votes.