Cadet, a bright-eyed third-grader, dreams of going to space. While being held inside for detention, she is rescued by two strangers who need her help.

Lola, a woman consumed by loneliness after losing everyone in her life, finds solace in reliving Christmas morning every day with her mannequin son, Leo. Trapped in a cycle of nostalgia and grief, Lola clings to the illusion of a perfect family moment, even as reality slips further away.

Jack and Ryan, two roommates and best friends, have their Christmas taken for a turn when a tiny visitor lands on their porch. Ryan welcomes the new member of the family with open arms while Jack is apprehensive about their peculiar guest.

Kevin, a recluse with a peculiar hobby, gets in a heated confrontation with his neighbor.

A conversation Harper has with herself in her own head, interjected with the moments in which she is recalling. Some sort of event sent her into an existential state of mind, where she can't help but think about who she is, and how much control she really has over her life.

A student swimmer, who rises before the sun does, has his doubts if the sport he's dedicated his life to is worth the sacrifices he makes.