Love Lies Bleeding

Lou works at a gritty gym, where she finds herself performing menial tasks such as unclogging toilets. Her monotonous routine is often interrupted by Daisy, who persistently asks her out on a date.

Jackie arrives in town and quickly engages in a brief romantic liaison with JJ, who connects her to a job at a nearby gun range. This encounter sets off a chain of events that deeply entwines the lives of the characters.

After her liaison, Jackie finds herself stranded and seeks refuge under a bridge. Her life becomes a juxtaposition of workouts and solitude, reflecting her struggles and determination.

Lou visits her sister Beth, who lives in a chaotic environment marked by her husband's abusive behavior. This visit starkly contrasts Lou's life, revealing the darker side of familial ties and responsibilities.

JJ gives Jackie a tour of the gun range, where she meets its owner, who is also Lou's estranged father. This connection complicates Lou's budding relationship with Jackie, as secrets from their past start to surface.

During a visit to the gym, Lou is approached by two FBI agents questioning her about her estranged father. This encounter adds tension to Lou's already complicated life.

While conversing outside, Jackie faces unwanted advances from two patrons. Lou rushes to defend her, forcing them inside for safety and deepening the bond between the two women.

Lou introduces Jackie to steroids, leading them into a transformative moment that escalates into a passionate encounter at Lou's apartment. This marks a turning point in their relationship, intertwining love and dependency.

An awkward double date reveals Beth's injuries, prompting Lou to confront JJ in a tense bathroom scene. This confrontation heightens tensions and reveals the abusive dynamics at play.

Lou learns that Beth has been hospitalized due to severe injuries inflicted by JJ. This news pushes Lou to the brink, igniting a fire of anger in both her and Jackie as they plot their revenge.

Lou discovers Jackie in a catatonic state beside JJ's body after a violent incident. Together, they dispose of JJ's body by pushing his car into a gorge, a grim act that binds them in a shared secret.

Despite the chaos, Jackie enters a bodybuilding competition in Vegas. However, the pressure and steroids fuel a violent outburst on stage, resulting in her arrest, signifying her downward spiral.

Lou faces the harsh reality of their actions when her father, Lou Sr., confronts her. He reveals the destructive consequences of their choices, forcing Lou to navigate a web of deceit and violence to protect herself and Jackie.

Lou makes a pivotal decision to leave her past behind, escaping the turmoil with Jackie. As they drive off into the desert, they confront one last betrayal from Daisy, solidifying their commitment to each other.

In a final act of desperation, Lou alters their fates forever, encapsulating their tumultuous journey. This moment signifies the depth of their bond, forged through shared pain and transformation.