Nested gift boxes wrapped in stripes, dots, waves and checks, with a bare white box on top, on a grey-green background.

Original artwork, not a still

Connie

We can't open presents until midnight.

— The Ref ‧ 1994

Behind the line

What it means

Our interpretation.

Opening the presents is tied to a particular moment: midnight. The shared “we” makes the restriction apply to the group, placing a clear boundary between waiting and celebration. The gifts are available, but the pleasure of opening them must wait for the appointed time.

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