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202115 minPGdoc-short

Dear Mom

202115 minPGdoc-short

A terminally ill woman builds a close bond with her caregiver while facing the trauma of impending death and the pain of her condition.

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A terminally ill woman builds a close bond with her caregiver while facing the trauma of impending death and the pain of her condition.

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Ali Faizan

Ali Faizandirector

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A terminally ill woman navigates her daily life while facing severe pain and a grim prognosis. She learns new things and forms a bond with her caregiver, who provides support around the clock. As they confront the reality of death, their relationship deepens. The film, directed by Ali Faizan, runs for 15 minutes and captures moments of closeness and gratitude amid the challenges of illness.

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