Happy Birthday (2024)

10.0/10 16 min Drama

Overview

HAPPY BIRTHDAY follows Craig Smith, a young man grappling with trauma and grief - embodied in the form of a red backpack. Despite his efforts to rid himself of his hurt, the backpack keeps reappearing in his life. But when an advertisement for Hertz Pawn Emporium, a shop that buys trauma, comes on his TV, he finds a possible solution to forget it all. As he navigates his memories and emotions, Craig's journey culminates in a surprising confrontation that leads to a mix of release and acceptance, revealing the complexities of healing and letting go.

Cast

Bentley Green

Craig Smith

Robert Pine

Al Hertz

Patrick J. Adams

Sam Hertz

Angela Meryl

Diana Smith

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