Smile or Hug (2022)

Plot

Trish Santos faces heartbreak on her 30th birthday when her boyfriend ends their relationship. Navigating her loneliness, she leans on her online art students and her two close friends for support. Meanwhile, she discovers a collection of self-help tapes from the enigmatic "mind painter," Doc Garcia, which offer unconventional guidance. As she explores her emotions and creativity, Trish embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning to embrace her feelings and reclaim her happiness. Through art and friendship, she finds a path to healing and new beginnings.