Kin

The film opens with a haunting image of an abandoned factory, showcasing its forgotten and crumbling state. Suddenly, an explosion disrupts the silence, setting a dark tone for the unfolding story.

We are introduced to Hal Solinski, who is summoned from school to deal with his adopted son Eli's recent trouble after getting into a fight. Eli defends himself, revealing his motivations tied to insults directed at his mother, indicating deeper familial complexities.

Hal attempts to uplift Eli by emphasizing self-respect and announces that Eli's estranged older brother Jimmy is being released from prison. This revelation highlights the strained family dynamics and outdated grievances lurking beneath the surface.

While exploring the factory grounds on his bike, Eli stumbles upon a gun adjacent to dead bodies. Panic ensues when one of the corpses suddenly shifts, prompting Eli to flee in terror, indicating a dangerous and chaotic backdrop to his life.

Jimmy returns home to a tension-filled dinner with Hal and Eli that underscores their fractured relationships. Attempts to connect with Eli are met with hesitation, highlighting the unresolved issues from past family conflicts.

Jimmy confronts crime lord Taylor Balik, facing the reality of a $60,000 debt. The encounter turns violent as Taylor threatens Hal and Eli, forcing Jimmy into a desperate position where he needs help but is refused by Hal.

After a robbery gone wrong, Hal is shot by Taylor while trying to protect his family. The chaos leaves Eli in shock as Jimmy takes him away, keeping the devastating news from him and deepening the emotional turmoil.

Jimmy and Eli seek refuge in a strip club, where they meet Milly, a dancer who becomes their ally. However, Jimmy's reckless behavior creates tension and puts them all at risk, leading Eli to reassess the situation.

In a moment of desperation, Eli attempts to protect his brother during escalating tensions initiated by Jimmy's drunken antics. His actions inadvertently draw the attention of ominous figures known as the Cleaners, complicating their escape.

Jimmy's reckless actions culminate in his arrest, leaving Eli reeling from the revelation of their father's death. Eli is driven by a desperate need to rescue Jimmy from the authorities, demonstrating his loyalty amid the chaos.

In a crucial showdown at the police station, Eli utilizes the gun he found earlier in an attempt to save his brother. This confrontation escalates quickly into a standoff, adding tension to the already perilous situation.

The mysterious Cleaners intervene during the standoff, revealing to Eli that he possesses extraordinary abilities connected to their world. This moment marks a significant turning point in Eli’s understanding of his own potential.

As the Cleaners prepare to leave, they tactfully redirect a bullet fired by Taylor, sealing his fate in the chaos. This manipulation of time confirms the otherworldly influence existing in the underlying narrative.

With the situation escalating, the SWAT team storms the building, intensifying the chaos. In the turmoil, Jimmy is captured again, leaving Eli to grapple with a mix of fear and newfound strength.

As the dust settles, Eli finds comfort in Milly's arrival, amidst strange powers awakening within him. These new abilities hint at a potential future alongside the Cleaners, suggesting a new path forward for Eli.