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Two brothers, Frank and Bruce, find themselves in a precarious situation when they seek the expertise of a transgender hacker named Phyllis. Their mission? To erase all traces of a scandalous sex tape floating on the internet, sparked by the wild antics of their father, Jack, a seemingly unhinged movie star, who is hell-bent on seeking violent revenge against the unfortunate girl involved, Lassie.

Frank and Bruce share a tumultuous past, with Bruce being manipulative and notorious for filming elaborate pranks that often left Frank the butt of the joke. Fast forward 25 years, and Frank, now a writer, has distanced himself from Bruce, having not spoken in three years. However, familial obligations push Frank back to his childhood home to welcome Bruce back from rehab, much to the dismay of their forgiving mother Karen and their more pragmatic father, Chris.

While dealing with the fallout of their troubled brotherhood, Frank learns of Bruce’s troubling connections from rehab with an actress named Dharma D-Cup and her movie producer, Jack. The dark shadow of Bruce’s past looms large over Frank, especially after discovering that Bruce had recorded a humiliating mishap at Frank’s wedding, which went viral online, leaving Frank in shambles and leading him to a lonely existence in a trailer in the desert.

On a fateful night filled with drunken misadventures, Frank meets Lassie and brings her back to his parents’ home after she confides in him about her troubles. An encounter turns intimate, yet Frank finds himself grappling with performance anxiety. Through her support, Lassie encourages Frank to confront his past, which ultimately aids in rekindling his confidence.

However, when Bruce reveals that he recorded their intimate encounter and has given it to Jack for viewing, Frank’s world spirals further into chaos and humiliation. After a series of escalating events—including a failed attempt to retrieve the incriminating DVD—Frank faces the harsh reality of his situation as the video gains traction online, causing a rift between him and Lassie.

In a desperate attempt to reclaim his dignity, Frank reaches out to Phyllis, who is skilled in tech but demands a bizarre favor in return. Despite their efforts, the video resurfaces, and Lassie’s anger reaches a breaking point, prompting them to part ways. Left to confront his demons alone in the desert, Frank finally musters the courage to seek redemption. He ultimately reconciles with Lassie, rekindling their relationship amid the chaos that defines their lives. Through humor, heartbreak, and the struggle for self-identity, the story illustrates the complexities of love, betrayal, and brotherhood.

Last Updated: October 25, 2024 at 12:16