Hounds

Set across a sprawling city and its bleak outskirts, the story moves from crowded streets to open country and a shoreline. The urban core provides the hub for Dib's criminal network, while the countryside offers hiding spots and desolate spaces where bodies are disposed of. The coastal and industrial outskirts emphasize the grim realities of crime and punishment.

⚔️ Revenge

The plot centers on revenge and its corrosive effects on family and loyalty. Dib's desire for payback drives escalating violence after his prized hound is killed, pulling Hassan and Issam deeper into danger. The pursuit of vengeance blurs moral lines and tests trust within the criminal circle.

😔 Guilt

Guilt saturates the narrative as characters struggle with the consequences of their choices. The murder, failed disposal attempts, and the ritual washing scene highlight how each character bears the weight of a life taken. Hallucinations and rituals underscore the inescapable stain of their actions.

🕯️ Morality vs Survival

The characters continually navigate between doing what is right and what is necessary to survive. Their escalating schemes reveal how desperation can erode ethics, leading to increasingly brutal decisions. Rituals and family ties complicate choices, showing that survival often comes at a heavy moral price.