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The true story of a Cincinnati man who struggles with years of sexual abuse as a child, the realization that he is gay as a teen, and later the diagnosis of being mentally ill. Under psychological treatment for over 13 years, stigmas and perceptions haunt him until he finally reveals his lifelong story to his doctors. Public and self acceptance is challenging and difficult to attain after hiding the truth for so many years.

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Shadows in the Closet

Depth of Field International Film Festival Competition

Web Series Festival Global

LA Shorts Awards

NYC Indie Film Awards

Global Shorts, Los Angeles

Oniros Film Awards

Global Film Festival Awards

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