Naked Lunch

In 1953 New York City, Bill Lee is performing pest control in an apartment. He runs out of bug powder, causing frustration for his boss, A.J. Cohen, who is sparing with supplies.

Later, Bill visits a bar where he meets two fellow writers. They passionately debate writing techniques, with Bill voicing his belief that he has stopped writing due to it becoming too dangerous.

Upon returning home, Bill finds his wife, Joan, using the bug powder herself. She describes the experience as a 'Kafka high', encouraging Bill to join her in the surreal experience.

Bill's life takes a dark turn when he is arrested for possessing illegal drugs. While interrogated, he encounters a giant beetle that claims to be his case officer.

The beetle informs Bill that his next mission is to eliminate Joan, who the insect claims is an inhuman agent. Consumed by rage, Bill crushes the beetle and escapes.

After escaping, Bill shares his bizarre story with Joan and is introduced to Dr. Benway. The dubious doctor gives him mysterious black centipede powder and warns him of its reality-altering properties.

Upon returning home, Bill witnesses his friend Hank and Joan in an intimate act, along with Martin reciting nonsensical prose. Distressed, Bill injects himself and Joan with drugs before attempting a deadly act.

In a bar, Bill meets an unusual Asian man who introduces him to a mugwump, a bizarre alien creature. The creature encourages Bill to acquire a Clark-Nova typewriter to document his wife’s demise.

After pawning his gun for the typewriter, Bill finds himself in Interzone, a surreal North African locale. There, he and others are tasked with typing obscure reports under unusual circumstances.

Bill meets Hans, a flamboyant German synthesizing a drug called black centipede 'meat.' During this chaotic time, Bill becomes increasingly entangled in drug-induced hallucinations.

At a party, Bill encounters a woman named Joan Frost, resembling his deceased wife. During their interaction, he learns about the manipulative telepathy that Tom is using against him.

Bill, disturbed by the revelations, collapses on the beach and is rescued by Cloquet, who shows interest in his writing. This interaction draws Bill deeper into the surreal web of his experiences.

Bill discovers Hans's drug factory, revealing the horrifying exploitation of addicts. This experience causes Bill to confront the manipulative desires surrounding him.

Bill strikes a deal with Dr. Benway, agreeing to work for him if Joan can accompany him. As they approach the border into Annexia, Bill's inner turmoil intensifies.

In a horrific turn of events, Bill performs the William Tell routine once more, leading to Joan's tragic end. Rather than facing judgment, they are met with indifference from the border guards.