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Roundabout

Roundabout  ·  2015, Hong Kong
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● Completed 🕑 2015

Poon Yat Ming is in love with his friend Kit, but living in a homophobic society is not easy for them, so they're hiding their relationship. Until when will they be able to stand the discrimination? (Source: MyDramaList)

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In the heart of Hong Kong, Poon Yat Ming and his best friend Kit share a love that must remain hidden. Their quiet romance—stolen glances, hushed conversations, and secret touches—is a fragile bubble in a society that refuses to accept them. Forced to navigate a world of whispered judgments, piercing stares, and pervasive homophobia, they cling to each other while questioning how long they can endure. This poignant 2015 short film captures the raw, intimate struggle of a closeted relationship, where every moment of joy is shadowed by fear. Through understated performances and a deeply empathetic lens, *Roundabout* refuses to look away from the emotional toll of living a double life. It’s a tender, heartbreaking snapshot of love under pressure—a reminder that sometimes the hardest battle isn’t fighting for acceptance, but simply holding on to each other against an unforgiving tide.

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