The Almond and the Seahorse

In this poignant drama, two couples struggle to cope with the devastating effects of anterograde amnesia on their loved ones. A traumatic brain injury has left Joe, a former surgeon, suffering from short-term memory loss and social disinhibition, while his partner Sarah, an archeologist, fights to care for him despite feeling increasingly frustrated and alone. Meanwhile, Toni, Gwen's lesbian partner, also lives with the same debilitating condition, forcing her to confront the fragility of their relationship. As they navigate their lives in a hospital ward, the film sheds light on the often-overlooked plight of those affected by this condition, revealing the beauty and heartbreak that can be found in the simplest moments.