Respire

Respire is a school thesis comic project that reflects the struggles of many youths today who face hardship and difficult life circumstances while pursuing education. The narrative follows Armin, a Filipino working student who struggles to pay for his tuition while balancing the demands of school and employment. As he attempts to manage both responsibilities, the pressure begins to take a toll on his mental and physical health. These challenges eventually place him in a dilemma: whether to continue pursuing his dream or to give it up entirely.

Family Friendship School Teenagers (13-18)
Adults (18+)
drama Filipino indie comic slice of life

Respire is a school thesis comic project that reflects the struggles of many youths today who face hardship and difficult life circumstances while pursuing education. The narrative follows Armin, a Filipino working student who struggles to pay for his tuition while balancing the demands of school and employment. As he attempts to manage both responsibilities, the pressure begins to take a toll on his mental and physical health. These challenges eventually place him in a dilemma: whether to continue pursuing his dream or to give it up entirely.