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The story of Frank, a recluse who wakes each day to a strange anomaly.
Animation & Artists Moving Image 2018 7 mins
Overview
Set in a dying industrial town, the animation tells the story of Frank, a recluse who wakes each day to a strange anomaly on the horizon. What is it? Who is phoning him? His decision made, Frank takes a trip. The anomaly awaits him.
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