Manodrome

In this gritty character study, we follow Ralphie, an unassuming Uber driver with dreams of sculpting the perfect physique. As he grapples with his insecurities and longings, he stumbles upon a libertarian masculinity cult that promises camaraderie and self-actualization. Eager to belong, he becomes engrossed in their rigorous routines and extreme ideologies.However, as Ralphie's repressed desires awaken within the confines of this closed community, his grip on reality begins to slip. The cult's dogmatic principles start to blend with his own fantasies, leading him down a dangerous path. The film delves into the complexities of masculinity, the seductive power of radical ideologies, and the struggle for personal identity in an increasingly polarized world. It explores Ralphie's journey as he navigates this perilous landscape, teetering between the allure of his newfound brotherhood and the terrifying prospect of losing himself completely.