After spending nearly 15 years in solitary confinement, Otis is released back into society. Under the supervision of Los Angeles County Probation Officer, John Anderson, he moves into a transitional facility where his re-assimilation can be monitored. Otis attempts to start a new life but the past is too enticing. The decisions he makes eventually leads him to a final confrontation between Otis, the law and destiny.
Acting
Durand's physicality—he moves like a man who forgot how space works.
Direction
Phillips' music video background creates surreal, jagged intimacy.
Director
Jeff Daniel Phillips
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Phillips, primarily known as an actor (Sons of Anarchy, Westworld), directed this before his feature career took off.
The film's 4.0 rating reflects its divisive nature—some find it pretentious, others consider it Durand's hidden masterclass in contained devastation.
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