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What We Leave Behind

Logline:

After the abrupt passing of her mother, Andrea reunites with her father after a three year absence. Awaiting her college decision letters, she must make a decision to mend her personal relationships at home or chase after her dream college.

Synopsis:

Following her mother’s sudden death, tensions escalate between high school senior Andrea and her father, Leo. Leo’s three-year absence and substance abuse problems exacerbate Andrea’s emotional turmoil and strain her relationship with her girlfriend, Yoly. After heated arguments with both Leo and Yoly, Andrea is found heavily intoxicated at a party by Yoly, who takes her aside to discuss her situation and future. Back home, a letter from Andrea’s dream college awaits—along with a devastating discovery beneath the couch. In the aftermath of a raw, emotional confrontation with Leo, they share a fragile embrace as Andrea turns toward the uncertain future, her eyes fixed on the open decision letter.

Credits

Director(s):

Ariana Marie Luque

Producer(s):

Mir Lien

Sofia Santoni

Writer:

Ariana Marie Luque

Lead Actor(s):

Mayelah Barrera

Jason Mulero

Sanise Lebron