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Director: Rares Cristescu
Producer: Amir Arab
Screenwriter: Rares Cristescu

In this heartfelt dramedy, an elderly man diagnosed with early-stage Parkinson’s stumbles upon a mysterious hat with magical powers. As the hat brings unexpected joy and surreal experiences into his daily life, he sets out on a series of whimsical adventures, reclaiming his lost sense of purpose. Blending humor with emotional depth, the film explores aging, mortality, and the courage to embrace life fully. The visual style combines realism with gentle touches of fantasy, reflecting the protagonist’s shifting inner world. The goal is to challenge perceptions of illness and aging while inspiring audiences to find magic in the everyday.

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