Bitch

Overwhelmed by stress and Bill's absence, Jill attempts to end her life at home by hanging herself with a belt. She survives the attempt, and the immediate aftermath unsettles the family as they realize how fragile Jill's situation has become. The incident becomes a catalyst for the family's unraveling and reevaluation of their priorities.

The family fears Jill has left or been harmed while she is missing. The children find clues—stains on clothing and a phone—inside the house and eventually locate Jill in the basement, where she crouches and snarls, behaving like a feral dog. This disturbing transformation marks a turning point for everyone in the home.

Bill tries to keep up appearances by immersing himself in work, blaming Jill for the added burdens and resenting any medical guidance. He secretly drinks vodka, flushes his wedding ring down the shower drain, and loses his job as the pressure mounts. The crisis isolates him from the family and deepens the emotional rift.

Beth pressures Bill to contact the family doctor, insisting that Jill needs professional help. Bill resists, clinging to secrecy and resenting medical advice as unnecessary interference. The sisterly bond strains as they struggle to balance truth with protecting the children.

In a cautious effort to reach Jill, Bill buys dog toys and tries to engage her with gentle play. He soon tells the children to stop offering the toys, realizing their presence only heightens Jill's stress. The attempt reveals how delicate their attempts at contact have become.

Bill's affair partner visits the house, fueling Beth's anger and a sense of betrayal. Jill escapes during the upheaval but is later found unharmed by the roadside. The family learns that custody papers are being filed, intensifying the sense of crisis and division.

At an initial medical meeting, Bill begins to understand how selfish he has been and what Jill has endured. He starts to accept that Jill may need serious professional care rather than personal shelter. The session marks a turning point toward seeking help.

Jill is sedated and moved to hospital for treatment, a concrete step toward stabilizing her condition. Bill reluctantly accepts medical help, recognizing the necessity of professional care. The family starts to reorganize around Jill's needs as they await her recovery.

While Jill is hospitalized, Bill stays with the children, does chores, and even cleans the basement to restore some sense of normalcy. A plumber finds Bill's missing wedding ring and he puts it back on, symbolizing a renewed commitment. These acts hint at his growing ability to be a caring parent.

With Jill's treatment underway and the family adjusting, Bill and the children move out of the original home. He continues to grow as a caring parent and earns the children's appreciation, while his relationship with Beth shows signs of healing. The household begins to stabilize as they redefine their bonds.

Jill comes home for the first time, still prone to dog-like behavior but markedly calmer. The kids stay with Beth as Jill re-enters the family routine. The re-entry marks a fragile but hopeful step toward normalcy.

Bill takes Jill to a local dog park to meet other dogs and to encourage play. He even goes on all fours to model interaction, trying to help Jill reconnect with her former identity. The outing ends with a tense moment that foreshadows ongoing challenges.

When Bill suggests a shower, Jill experiences an aggressive relapse, remembering who she is and breaking down in tears. Bill holds her and speaks softly, offering reassurance as she sobs. The next morning, Jill tentatively smiles, signaling a fragile but meaningful breakthrough.