Lamb

The narrative traverses a bleak corner of Chicago where the initial encounter happens, then moves to a secluded cabin in the countryside where the relationship unfolds. The characters later traverse between a highway motel and a lakeside setting, each location chosen to heighten isolation and concealment. The settings function as liminal spaces—public enough to feel real, but private enough to hide secrets.

💪 Power

An older man exerts control through secrecy and manipulation, crafting a false identity to pursue a younger companion. The film shows power at work not through force but through emotional coercion and boundary erasure. Private spaces like cabins and backrooms become tools for control, while witnesses remain ultimately sidelined. The consequences reveal how unequal power dynamics distort trust and safety.

⚖️ Consent

Consent is treated as fragile and compromised by deception and age difference. Tommie’s autonomy is undermined by secrecy, fear of exposure, and the lure of attention, complicating any notion of true agreement. The story invites reflection on what consent means when one person holds the narrative and environment. It raises questions about responsibility and harm in intimate entanglements.

🌫️ Loneliness

Both characters are propelled by a longing for connection in a world that feels distant. David seeks companionship while masking his past and manipulating the present; Tommie yearns for affection and belonging, making her vulnerable. Their bond forms in intimate spaces that feel safe yet are damaging, illustrating how loneliness can drive dangerous attachments. The finale lingers on memory and what remains after departure.