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Spider Moth Butterfly

Directed by Alexis Moh

Inspired by the question of why we love, what we love, and how we should love it, Spider Moth Butterfly observes a traveling circus whose young circus master—fueled by her sense of responsibility towards their goal and her self-righteous self-assurance—leads the group in its collective quest for the highest point of excellence in their craft. The members of the troupe likewise invest unhesitating dedication to their roles in the show. Together they create a magical yet insular world in which they can practice and create to their heart’s content with their collective and total concentration—until one member, Violeta, starts to question how far she will follow …

This film is available in the United States and Canada from 11/5-11/15.

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