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And Grandpa

And Grandpa

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And Grandpa

2025

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After the recent loss of his wife Angèle, grandpa René tries to stay positive, finding comfort in simple joys like his cacti and cat Musti—but the weight of impermanence lingers.

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René Janssens

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