The Parting
A 9-year-old girl gains control amidst family chaos by striving for her hair's perfect parting and pigtails, becoming self-reliant despite emotional turmoil.
A 9-year-old girl gains control amidst family chaos by striving for her hair's perfect parting and pigtails, becoming self-reliant despite emotional turmoil.
Emmy Nolan
Abby
Valerie O'Connor
Mum
Paul Reid
Dad
Aidan Thornton
Dougie
Jacinta Sheerin
Teacher
Rhea Rose Rodillas
A 9-year-old girl gains control amidst family chaos by striving for her hair's perfect parting and pigtails, becoming self-reliant despite emotional turmoil.
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