Swallow

Benjamin and Dom share a heartfelt final evening in a quaint town in Maine. This moment is filled with unspoken love and deep friendship as they prepare for the changes ahead in their lives.

Dom, wanting to give Ben a memorable send-off, takes him to pick up a unique going-away present. This act symbolizes their bond and affection for each other as Ben faces his new life as a gay porn star in Los Angeles.

To gather extra cash, Dom agrees to transport drugs into Canada, unaware of the dire consequences. This decision sets off a chain of events that will lead to chaos and danger for both friends.

Ben and Dom meet their contact, Alice, who presents an alarming package. The situation escalates when Alice forces Dom to swallow condoms filled with an unknown substance, increasing the stakes significantly.

The friends cross the Canadian border, but tension intensifies at a rest stop. Dom struggles with the packages inside him, putting their lives at risk as they navigate the repercussions of their actions.

At the rest stop, Ben is confronted by a homophobic redneck named Randy. Dom intervenes to protect Ben, leading to a violent confrontation that leaves their vehicle vandalized and escalates their troubles.

Following the confrontation, Dom succumbs to intense stomach pains. As he tries to expel one of the packages, he discovers something alive within, which sends their situation further into chaos.

As Dom loses feeling in his legs, Ben calls for help, but their situation becomes even more complicated when Alice arrives unexpectedly. The tension grows as their reality appears increasingly grim.

Alice takes Ben and Dom to a remote cabin owned by her boss, Rich, as a supposed safe haven. Instead, the encounter with Rich leads to precarious confrontations and reveals deeper conflicts between the characters.

Tensions escalate when Rich shows an unsettling interest in Ben, leading to violent conflicts. Dom, in excruciating pain, demands compensation, prompting Rich to assert his dominance over the situation.

As Dom loses consciousness amidst the chaos, Alice is filled with guilt over their drastic choices. This moment emphasizes the tragic consequences of their actions as they grapple with their choices.

In a moment filled with desperation, Ben musters the courage to try and save Dom. Unfortunately, the conditions worsen and he faces an unthinkable outcome as fate deals a cruel blow.

During a chaotic struggle, Ben manages to turn the tables on Rich, dealing a powerful blow to free himself from the dire situation. This moment of adrenaline signifies Ben's fight against the horrors they have faced.

In the aftermath of their harrowing experience, Ben is left grappling with the emotions of grief and loss as he washes Dom’s lifeless body in a river. This act embodies the tragic consequences of their journey together.

The film concludes with Ben at a fictional awards ceremony, reflecting on his tumultuous journey with gratitude for those who believed in him. The juxtaposition of triumph and tragedy encapsulates the essence of their bond.