The Baker

The ending of The Baker reveals a quiet but powerful resolution. Pappi, once known as ‘The Butcher,’ has returned the stolen Nova drug to the Merchant, accepting that his life of crime has caught up with him. Despite the chaos surrounding him, Pappi’s primary concern throughout has been Delphi, the young girl he now intends to protect at all costs. Recognizing that he cannot revive his son or undo his past sins, he chooses to leave the dangerous world behind, planning to escape with Delphi to a place where they can start anew, free from the violence and retribution that have haunted him.

As the story closes, the identity of the Merchant’s killer remains ambiguous. There are two main possibilities: either Vic, the ruthless enforcer desperate to prove himself and frustrated by his failures, killed the Merchant in a bid to take control of the drug empire, or Pappi himself, having recognized the Merchant and possibly acting in a moment of rage or necessity. The film leaves this open-ended, emphasizing themes of guilt, redemption, and the difficult choices that define these characters.

In the end, Pappi’s decision to walk away from his criminal past signifies a rare act of self-awareness and hope. With Delphi safe and his enemies either dealt with or avoided, he plans to disappear into the shadows—leaving behind a violent past and a future that promises the chance for genuine redemption. The story concludes on a note of quiet resolve, highlighting that sometimes, survival and love are the ultimate victories in a world filled with chaos.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:59