"During the daytime, where do the fireflies go?"
Indulging in frivolous passions and contemplating the essence of being, a young woman reflects her feelings that seem to be doomed and rejuvenating at the same time.
Social & External
The people behind it
Dārta Cīrule
Woman
Edgars Haritončenko
Man
Ortensia Fioravanti
Voice
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