Ascesis
Can a flower bloom in the dark?
A coming-of-age film that follows 13-year-old Xavi.In the dusk of his Catholic confirmation, Xavi must face the rites of growing up when a creature in his closet begins to torment him, all while navigating the pressures of family expectations and the tumultuous journey of self-discovery.
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A coming-of-age film that follows 13-year-old Xavi. In the dusk of his Catholic confirmation, Xavi must face the rites of growing up when a creature in his closet begins to torment him, all while navigating the pressures of family expectations and the tumultuous journey of self-discovery.
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- Release date
- May 29, 2024
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
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- Language
- English, Spanish
- Country
- Mexico, United States of America
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