Kinder Than Solitude

In this gripping narrative, childhood friends Moran, Ruyu, and Boyang are haunted by a mysterious poisoning incident from their youth that left them estranged and grappling with self-doubt. Now grown and living worlds apart—Ruyu in the U.S., Moran in Wisconsin, and Boyang in China—they each navigate their distinct lives while carrying the weight of their shared past. As they confront their personal challenges and unresolved emotions, the shadows of their childhood continue to loom large, compelling them to reflect on what truly happened two decades ago.