Into the Forest

In a dystopian future, a catastrophic power outage occurs, leading to a continent-wide technological breakdown. Sisters Nell and Eva, along with their father, find themselves isolated in a remote home with dwindling resources.

Stranded without a functioning vehicle, the father manages to restore their car battery. This enables the family to venture into the nearby town for essential supplies they desperately need to survive.

While in town, the family purchases basic provisions, including gas from a local man named Stan. With limited resources left, they prioritize gathering enough supplies for their return home.

Upon their return home, they discover a stranded vehicle and attempt to assist its occupants. The situation escalates when the occupants react with hostility, brandishing weapons, leading their father to decide against further trips to town.

A tragic accident occurs when the father severely injures himself while attempting to cut down a tree with a chainsaw. In his final moments with the girls, he urges them to look after one another and express their love.

In the aftermath of their father's death, the sisters struggle to survive without electricity. They rely on the survival skills taught by their father while coping with the emotional turmoil of their loss.

One night, Nell's boyfriend Eli arrives with unsettling news about the nearby houses being abandoned. This marks a turning point for Nell as she shares her first intimate experience with him.

Despite Eli's allure of a restored Boston filled with opportunities, Nell feels an obligation to return home to Eva after spending just one night away. She channels her energy into foraging for food and researching survival skills.

A brutal incident occurs when Stan assaults and rapes Eva, stealing most of their gas and vehicle in the process. This horrific act pushes Nell to reinforce their home and take on a protective role with a gun.

Eva discovers she is pregnant as their survival challenges deepen. While Nell suggests terminating the pregnancy, Eva insists on carrying the child, believing that no child should be born unwanted.

To support Eva through her pregnancy, Nell takes on the responsibility of hunting for food, including butchering pigs. This survival strategy showcases their dependence on one another in dire circumstances.

Fifteen months into their isolation, a devastating storm hits, further deteriorating their fragile home. Amidst this chaos, Eva goes into labor, leading them to seek refuge in a hollowed tree stump.

Eva gives birth to a healthy baby boy, bringing a moment of joy in their harsh reality. This new life signifies hope amidst the despair they have endured over many months.

Recognizing the danger their home presents, Eva makes the decision to set it ablaze using their remaining gas. The sisters gather cherished items for one last time before igniting their past.

As their former home goes up in flames, Nell and Eva embark on a new journey deep into the forest. They leave behind the ashes of their past, filled with hope for their future together.