Broken

The heat of early summer settles over a quiet neighborhood where the ordinary and the hidden intertwine. In the midst of this restless season, an 11‑year‑old girl named Skunk navigates the everyday challenges of childhood while shouldering a secret battle with diabetes. Her world is a delicate balance of schoolyard routines, family rituals, and the unspoken rules that keep the community’s deeper currents at bay.

Skunk lives with a family that tries to provide comfort and stability, yet the whispers of unspoken histories linger in the walls of their modest home. As she learns to manage her condition, the pressure of responsibility sharpens her perception, making her unusually attuned to the subtle tensions that ripple through the streets she walks. She begins to notice the quiet oddities—a neighbor’s guarded glances, hushed conversations behind closed doors, and a palpable sense that something essential has been left unsaid.

A sudden, harrowing incident shatters the fragile veneer of safety that Skunk has known, forcing her to confront a reality far more complex than the summer’s innocent games. The event ripples outward, turning familiar places into uncertain terrain and casting doubt on the reliability of the adults she trusts. In the days that follow, the neighborhood’s concealed secrets begin to surface, weaving a tapestry of mystery that challenges her resolve.

Against this backdrop, Skunk must find a way to reconcile her growing awareness with the need for normalcy, seeking solace in the only constants she can rely on—her family’s love and the quiet strength that comes from within. The film balances a tense, atmospheric mood with moments of heartfelt vulnerability, inviting viewers to experience a poignant coming‑of‑age story where personal trials intersect with the hidden complexities of a community on the brink of change.

Last Updated: August 10, 2025 at 06:21