Don't Worry Darling

Alice and Jack Chambers enjoy life in the seemingly idyllic 1950s company town of Victory, California. The men work at the Victory Headquarters, while their wives are confined to the roles of housewives, enjoying leisure without questioning their husbands' mysterious jobs.

The story unfolds on the 987th day of the Victory project, a supposed initiative aimed at advancing progressive materials. However, the true nature of this project remains a closely guarded secret as the women live in blissful ignorance.

Alice attends a ballet class led by Shelley, who is the wife of Frank, the leader of their social group. The class is an escape from the mundane routine of cooking and cleaning that the women experience in their daily lives.

Margaret, a member of the community, experiences estrangement after a tragic incident linked to her unauthorized visit to the desert. The fallout of this event results in her son's alleged death, casting a shadow over the town and its seemingly perfect facade.

During a gathering at Frank's home, Alice witnesses Margaret's husband Ted forcing medication upon his distressed wife. This scene exposes the cracks in their idyllic world, reflecting the hidden struggles of the women in Victory.

While riding the trolley, Alice unexpectedly witnesses a plane crash in the desert. This shocking event compels her to rush towards the site to help, but it leads her to strange visions when she touches a reflective window at Headquarters.

Alice receives a disturbing call from Margaret, hinting at darker undertones in their lives. The psychological horror deepens when Alice is left devastated after witnessing Margaret's tragic suicide, which is dismissed by Jack as an unfortunate accident.

Determined to uncover the ominous truth about the Victory Project, Alice steals Margaret's medical files. However, her actions draw the unwanted attention of Dr. Collins, raising the stakes and leading her deeper into the web of conspiracy.

During a company celebration, the paranoia peaks when Frank elevates Jack’s position. Alice, overwhelmed by the atmosphere, experiences a breakdown during a confrontational moment with Bunny, who warns her of the risk of questioning their lives in Victory.

Alice and Jack host a dinner party with their neighbors, including Frank and Shelley. During the event, Alice attempts to expose Frank’s manipulations, but instead, she is labeled as delusional, creating tension with Jack and further isolating her.

In a moment of desperation, Alice pleads with Jack to escape the project. However, he betrays her trust by allowing Frank's enforcers to take her away, demonstrating the extent of his allegiance to the controlling forces in Victory.

Alice endures a harrowing experience as Dr. Collins administers electroshock therapy. During this ordeal, she relives memories of her past life as a surgical resident, rekindling feelings of abandonment and neglect by Jack.

As tensions escalate, Jack finally reveals the horrifying truth about the Victory Project, which manipulates the lives of the men and keeps their wives in blissful ignorance. This confrontation faces Alice with the cruel realities of her existence.

In a fit of rage and defiance against her captivity, Alice retaliates against Jack, leading to his demise. This act of rebellion not only dismantles the simulated environment but also serves as a catalyst for chaos within Victory.

Amidst the chaos and small explosions erupting in the neighborhood, Alice makes her escape, deftly navigating the dangers posed by Dr. Collins and Frank’s men. The power dynamics shift dramatically with the downfall of Frank at the hands of Shelley.