The Mutilator

Edward's childhood was marked by a traumatic event that would haunt him for years to come. While cleaning his father's hunting rifles as a birthday surprise, one of them accidentally went off, striking and fatally wounding his mother. In the aftermath, Edward's father descended into a frenzied rage and tried to kill him. Miraculously escaping death, young Edward was left with a deep-seated fear and resentment towards his father.Years later, now a teenager, Edward reluctantly returns home, expecting to find an empty house. Instead, he discovers his father still resides there, awaiting the opportunity to settle their unresolved score. The tension between them is palpable; it hangs in the air like a heavy fog. This film delves into the complexities of family relationships and the lasting impact of trauma, while also exploring themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the human capacity for violence.