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Deep Dive: Every Day After (2023)

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Every Day After
Every Day After focuses on Jary, a boy born with a cleft lip in Masbate Province, Philippines. From birth, Jary faces neglect and social rejection due to his appearance. His older sister, Jessa, plays a crucial role in his life, protecting him during his early years and later taking him into her home as a teenager. She raises him alongside her own two children in a fragile house on a hill, seeking the medical care that Jary has been denied since birth. The documentary, lasting 36 minutes, presents a nuanced view of Jary's healing journey, emphasizing the emotional and physical support he receives from Jessa. It shows the often invisible labor of caregiving and the impact of familial love on Jary's ability to experience the joys and struggles of growing up.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Jary, a boy overcoming neglect in the Philippines.
  • •Follow Jessa's dedication to Jary's health and happiness.
  • •Find out how family support shapes Jary's life.

Did You Know

•Jary was neglected since birth due to his cleft lip appearance.
•Jessa raised Jary alongside her two children in a fragile house.
•The film has a runtime of 36 minutes.

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Sibling relationshipsMedical care storiesPhilippine culture